Are you aware of Animal diseases that affect human beings
Many of us keep dogs but fail to know the risks associated with keeping them. in this series of posts, I will highlight the major diseases that affect dogs and how they may also affect human beings. Rabies is a notifiable zoonotic disease of canines. This means that if you suspect that your animal has rabies, immediate action should be taken. The disease has a wide range of host and it can affect even humans who get in contact with affected dogs. The disease is caused by a virus found in the saliva of dogs and it is transmitted by the bite of an animal which has the disease.The disease affects mainly carnivores more especially the canines which is the animal of interest here. Rabies is common in Kenya and that is why it is important to take note of it. Since many people are adapting to the culture of keeping dogs as pets at home, there is a risk of rabies infections. Even cats can be infected with rabies. Rabies can also be transmitted through wounds on skin with saliva from anim...