Zoonotic Diseases, My Pet And Me

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Common questions and facts about parasites you can catch from your pet.

Questions and Answers

1.

A zoonotic disease is one that I can catch from my pet.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Zoonoses, or zoonotic diseases, are those diseases that can be transmitted directly or indirectly from animals to humans. For example, some worms can be transmitted in the environment.

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2.

If my pet has worms, one worm can produce more than ______ eggs per day.
- A.
  
  100
- B.
  
  1,000
- C.
  
  100,000
Correct Answer
C. 100,000

Explanation
If a pet has worms, it is possible for one worm to produce more than 100,000 eggs per day. This high number of eggs is due to the reproductive capabilities of worms, which can rapidly multiply and infest the pet's body. The large number of eggs highlights the importance of regular deworming and proper pet hygiene to prevent the spread and reinfestation of worms.

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3.

Anually ______ people are infected with round worms.
- A.
  
  100
- B.
  
  1,000
- C.
  
  10,000
Correct Answer
C. 10,000

Explanation
750 of those people experience all or partial vision loss due to the infection.

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4.

Globally ________ people die from Rabies every year.
- A.
  
  10,000
- B.
  
  40,000
- C.
  
  60,000
Correct Answer
B. 40,000

Explanation
Granted, in the United States, due to vaccination of pets and medical advances, very few people die of the disease, it is still a threat from wildlife. If you are ever bitten see your doctor immediately.

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5.

Puppies should be wormed at _____ weeks of age.
- A.
  
  2
- B.
  
  4
- C.
  
  6
Correct Answer
A. 2

Explanation
The CAPC recommends worming your puppy at 2 weeks of age, and periodically thereafter. It is recommended to check your adult pets yearly for parasites.

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6.

I can't prevent my pet from giving me a disease.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Preventing the parasites that cause disease is a huge step. Vaccinate your pet and always wash your hands to prevent disease.

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7.

Fleas are a health risk to my family.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Fleas can carry and transmit several potential illnesses to humans, including ricketsiosis and bartonellosis. Also, fleas serve as an intermediate host for tapeworms, which can infect both your pet and humans.

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8.

Ticks can spread many diseases.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Ticks can transmit Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Ehrlichiosis, Tularemia, and Tick Paralysis. It's important for the health of your pet, as well as the safety of your family, to include ticks in your pets year-round parasite control program.

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9.

My pets and I are exposed to diseases from
- A.
  
  Ticks
- B.
  
  Fleas
- C.
  
  Mosquitos
- D.
  
  Intestinal parasites
- E.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
E. All of the above

Explanation
The correct answer is "all of the above" because ticks, fleas, mosquitos, and intestinal parasites are common carriers of diseases that can affect both humans and pets. These parasites can transmit various illnesses such as Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, West Nile virus, and intestinal worms. Therefore, it is important to take preventive measures and regularly check and treat both pets and humans to minimize the risk of contracting these diseases.

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10.

The best thing my family can do to stop the spread of disease is wash our hands.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
1.Wash your hands well after contact with an animal.
2.Do not allow children to put dirt in their mouths.
3.Pick up dog and cat waste from your yard daily, especially in areas where both children and animals play.
4.Cover home sandboxes to protect them from fecal contamination.
5.Have your pet tested regularly (at least once a year) for parasites by a veterinarian and administer year-round preventive medications to control zoonotic parasites.

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Zoonotic Diseases, My Pet And Me

A zoonotic disease is one that I can catch from my pet.

If my pet has worms, one worm can produce more than ______ eggs per day.

Anually ______ people are infected with round worms.

Globally ________ people die from Rabies every year.

Puppies should be wormed at _____ weeks of age.

I can't prevent my pet from giving me a disease.

Fleas are a health risk to my family.

Ticks can spread many diseases.

My pets and I are exposed to diseases from

The best thing my family can do to stop the spread of disease is wash our hands.