Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
General concepts in zoonotic disease control.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice
- Year:
- 2005
- Authors:
- Lappin, Michael R
- Affiliation:
- Department of Clinical Sciences · United States
- Species:
- cat
Plain-English summary
This research suggests that healthy cats, especially those without parasites like fleas or ticks, are unlikely to pass infections to people. Owning a cat can actually be good for your mental health, which is an important benefit. It's recommended that veterinarians and doctors collaborate to give cat owners clear and helpful information. This way, cat owners can make informed choices about having a cat. Overall, the study emphasizes the positive aspects of cat ownership while highlighting the importance of good communication between pet health professionals.
Abstract
It is unlikely that human beings acquire a zoonotic infection from healthy cats without ectoparasites. The benefits of cat ownership to human mental health are well established. Veterinarians and physicians should work together closely to provide accurate information to cat owners so that logical decisions concerning cat ownership can be made by the owner.
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