Can dogs get strep?

Strep infections in people can cause sore throats, impetigo, cellulitis and, in extreme cases, necrotizing fasciitis. When strep infections occur or recur in certain family members, the cause needs to be found and all family members may need to be treated, including the family dog. read more

Dogs can catch A. streptococcal sore throat, also known as strep throat, from humans in the household, according to WebMD. Dogs rarely pass strep throat to humans, but it does occasionally happen. One of the best ways to prevent strep throat from recurring is to treat every member of the household for sore throat, even dogs and cats. read more

A strep infection that both humans and dogs can contract is called streptococcal toxic shock syndrome. Symptoms of this frequently fatal zoonotic (a disease that both people and animals can contract) condition include high fever, cough, shock and clotting abnormalities. read more

For dogs, strep can be contracted from sharing the same feeding or watering stations. Outbreaks in dog shelters or kennels are the perfect example of how bacteria spreads quickly and easily if not quarantined. Diagnosis. The symptoms of strep throat may have overlap with other maladies, especially tonsillitis. read more