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Cats can, and do get the flu. However, they cannot catch the flu from humans because that particular viral strain doesn't cause the severe immune system response that causes the symptoms you and me feel as the "flu" and thus, the virus cannot propagate in felines. Like most mammals, there is a particular strain of the flu virus called "feline influenza" which does cause severe flu symptoms in all types of cats. We cannot catch the flu from cats and they cannot give it to us. Most cats get vaccinated at their first vet visit. Humane societies do it on-site usually along with a number of other vaccines.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoThere are some parasitic and fungal infections that can be transmitted from cats to humans: roundworms, toxoplasma and ringworm (a fungal infection). Rabies may also be transmitted from cats to humans.
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∙ 10y agoNo, feline herpesviruses are fairly specific for cats - they are generally not infectious to humans.
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∙ 11y agoType your answer here... I caught cat flu from some farm kittens. I was very ill for 3 months.
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∙ 13y agothey can the fleas off of my dog and cat get on my dad, they just irritate the skin unless your allergic to them then its worse
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∙ 12y agoNot really, hence that it's a human virus.
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∙ 9y agoCats don't get syphilis. Syphilis is a human disease.
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Can humans catch a stomach virus from dogs?
Mammals in most cases are susceptible to the same viruses.
Can cats catch shingles from humans?
Shingles is a human disease that is caused by chicken pox that remains dormant until something like stress brings it out. It is unlikely that a human can pass it to a pet.
Can a pet pig catch a human common cold virus?
Sure he can. Take care with the kisses if you have a cold.
Why can't a cat catch a human cold?
the answer is in the question, its a HUMAN cold not a cat cold. Although cats have been known to sneeze
Can a human have more than one virus at a time?
I do think that a person can have more than one virus at a time because if you are in a very contaminated area then you can catch more than one virus
Can you re-catch a 24 hour virus?
can you catch a virus in 24 hours
Can cats get AIDS?
Cats can't "catch" AIDS from a human being.Humans can suffer from HIV, or Human Immunodeficiency Virus but a cat can only suffer from the feline version, which is called Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (or FIV).How sad!Believe it or not, cats can contract FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus) which is a feline version of the AIDS virus. FIV is part of the same family of viruses as the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Just like the human variety, FIV attacks the cat's immune system; weakening it and leaving the cat prone to a variety of illnesses and infections.FIV is most often found in blood, saliva and other fluids. The most common means of transmission is through bite wounds. FIV, like HIV, can also be transmitted via sexual activity, and the infected mother can pass it onto her kittens.While there is no cure, a cat can live many years in relative comfort with the right care and proper treatments.
What is the duration of Catch as Cats Can?
The duration of Catch as Cats Can is 420.0 seconds.
How risky is it to house a cat infected with HIV with non-infected cats?
Cats actually do not become infected with HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus); they have their own related virus called FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus). Your cat cannot infect you with FIV, so you are not at risk for any disease. The short answer is, you will end up with a full house of FIV-positive cats - the virus is fairly contagious among cats that are commingled. However, if you keep all the cats indoors and don't bring new cats in, the cats you have can live a relatively normal life. Once your last FIV-positive cat passes away, you should thoroughly clean your house before bringing in any new cats to ensure the virus is gone.
When was Catch as Cats Can created?
Catch as Cats Can was created on 1947-12-06.
Can a hp notebook catch a virus?
hp is a name model of a notebook computer so there is no reason to catch a virus you need to use antivirus software to catch a virus from your computer.
Can you catch a virus from a girlfriend?
A virus can be caught from anyone.
