Rabies, salmonella, ringworm—these are all zoonotic diseases, which mean that they can jump from animals to people. Learn how to keep yourself, your staff, and your shelter safe.
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From the Magazine
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September 1, 2007
Shelter Medicine: The Most Persistent Fungus Among Us
Ringworm is one of the easiest zoonotic diseases to contract'and, in the shelter environment, one of the hardest to get rid of. Here's a primer on causes, symptoms, and effective controls.
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March 1, 2007
Q & A: New Shelter Book: It's for the Birds
We talk to bird expert Eileen McCarthy about the troubles birds have in shelters and about ways to make sure our feathery friends find a comfortable roost when they visit.
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September 1, 2006
When Good Treats Go Bad ???
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that in 2004 and 2005, nine human cases of salmonella resulting from contact with beef- or seafood-derived pet treats were documented in Canada and Washington State.
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May 1, 2006
Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Bird-Flu?
The history of avian influenza is both frightening and fascinating. While the majority of the U.S. population is focused on the worst-case scenario'that the virus will mutate in a way that allows it to spread easily from human to human, causing a global pandemic'those involved in animal protection have reason for concern about even a milder outbreak.
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March 1, 2005
This Card Can Be a Lifesaver
Animal care and control officers who receive membership cards when they join the Kansas Animal Control Association will find more than simple proof that they're members'those cards contain information that could possibly save a life.
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The Real Scoop on Reptile Poop for Animal Control Officers and Shelter Workers
About 93,000 cases of reptile-associated salmonella are documented each year in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Should you be worried?
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January 1, 2000
Facts about the West Nile Virus
West Nile virus has emerged in recent years in Europe and North America, presenting a threat to public health, equine health, and, since 1999, the health of bird populations.
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May 7, 2012
Centers for Disease Control
Compendium of Animal Rabies Prevention and Control, 2011
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