Diseases that are infectious or parasitic, derived from interacting with dogs. These conditions could be the result of viruses, bacteria, fungi, protozoa, worms, insects, or mites that inhabit or dwell on a dog.
Numerous parasites residing on dogs can be transmitted to humans, for instance, by petting the dog’s coat.
Rabies, a viral infection, represents the gravest illness that can be transmitted from dogs. The UK has successfully eradicated rabies, but individuals traveling to regions where the disease is present should be highly cautious of any dog bite. Dog bites can lead to severe bleeding and shock, and there’s a risk of them becoming infected.
Toxocariasis and hydatid disease are potentially significant illnesses brought about by the consumption of worm eggs from dogs. In tropical regions, walking barefoot on soil polluted with dog feces could result in an infestation of dog hookworm.
Occasionally, bites from dog fleas can be bothersome. Other prevalent issues include ticks and mites from dogs, inclusive of a canine variant of the scabies mite. The fungi responsible for tinea infections in dogs can also be transmitted to humans.
Certain individuals develop allergies to animal dander (minute flakes from fur or skin). They might, for instance, experience episodes of asthma or urticaria (also known as nettle rash) when a dog is present in the home.