Can you catch anything from a dog?

Top 5 Diseases You Can Catch from Your Dog. A disease that is transmissible from animal to human is known as a zoonotic disease. As a veterinarian, it is not only my responsibility to properly diagnose pets, but also to inform pet owners about potential diseases they can catch from their dogs. read more

Top 5 Diseases You Can Catch from Your Dog Posted on November 9, 2012 under Dog Articles A disease that is transmissible from animal to human is known as a zoonotic disease. read more

Infected dogs can be a source for their humans handling their urine so if your dog is sick with fever, lethargy +/- jaundice, please contact your vet immediately. Symptoms in pets: fever, muscle pain, vomiting and diarrhea, loss of appetite, lethargy, depression, and blood in the urine. read more

In a word: yup. Just like you can catch a cold from your husband through a kiss or unobstructed sneeze, pets can also pass diseases along to their owners. read more