Show Affection Safely with Pet

When we adopt a pet, it is no longer just an animal but becomes a part of the family. We pick it up in our lap, hug it, play with it and sometimes even put it to sleep in our bed. But have you ever thought that this affection can also make you sick?

If your Pet Licks you

Pets lick us to express their love. But this love can sometimes transmit harmful bacteria into our body. The pet’s mouth may contain bacteria like Salmonella, E. coli and Campylobacter, which cause stomach diseases. Therefore, it would be better to avoid coming in direct contact with its mouth.

Sleep on your Bed

There may be many types of parasites (ticks, fleas, mites) in the body of the pet, which can spread infection in our body due to lying down with them. The germs hidden in their fur can cause allergies, itching and fungal infections. Apart from this, since they are very alert, their sleep can also be disturbed by your changing sides.

Hug without Scrubbing

When we are upset, it feels good to hug our pet. But he keeps moving around all day and due to this, dirt, dust and germs etc. stick to his body. If he is not cleaned regularly, then skin infections, itching and other allergies can occur. Therefore, a little caution is necessary even while petting him.

Take Care of Something like this

• We cannot stop pampering our pets, but we can avoid diseases by taking some precautions. 
• Bath your pet regularly and keep it clean. Apart from this, brush it daily to keep its fur clean.
• Also avoid kissing pet around the mouth.
• Keep separate beds for yourself and your pet. If possible, arrange a dog house for him.
• Keep pet’s food and water dishes separate and wash them thoroughly to prevent any infection.
• Avoiding feeding the pet together is also important from a safety point of view.

Not Washing Hands After Caressing

Many times we become careless in expressing affection. We do not wash our hands after caressing our pet or feeding it. Due to this, bacteria like giardia, hookworm, roundworm, listeria and salmonella can cause serious infections.