Animal care diseases

Question 1

which animal does salmonella affect

Answer 1

poultry, pigs and reptiles

Question 2

is salmonella a zoonotic disease

Answer 2

YES

Question 3

what are the symptoms of salmonella

Answer 3

Diarrhea.
Stomach (abdominal) cramps.
Fever.
Nausea.
Vomiting.
Headache.

Question 4

what are the treatments of salmonella

Answer 4

Generally individuals with Salmonella do not require treatment

Question 5

how can we prevent salmonella

Answer 5

Wash your hands.
Keep your food preparation areas clean.
Avoid unpasteurized foods.
Cook and store your food at the appropriate temperatures.
Be careful when handling animals.
Use caution when swimming.

Question 6

What animals does campylobacter affect

Answer 6

poultry, cattle, pigs, sheep and ostriches; and in pets, including cats and dogs.

Question 7

is campylobacter a zoonotic disease

Answer 7

YES

Question 8

what are the symptoms of campylobacter

Answer 8

diarrhea (often bloody), fever, and stomach cramps.

Question 9

what are the treatment of campylobacter

Answer 9

Most people with Campylobacter infection don’t need antibiotics.

Question 10

how can we prevent campylobacter

Answer 10

Wash Your Hands. Campylobacter and other harmful germs can survive on your hands.
Cook Food to the Right Temperature. Be extra careful with poultry, one of the top causes of Campylobacter illnesses in the United States.
Drink Pasteurized Milk.
Do Not Drink Untreated Water.
Take Care with Pets.

Question 11

what animals does leptospirosis affect

Answer 11

Cattle.
Pigs.
Horses.
Dogs.
Rodents.
Wild animals.

Question 12

is leptospirosis a zoonotic disease

Answer 12

YES

Question 13

what are the symptoms of leptospirosis

Answer 13

High fever.
Headache.
Chills.
Muscle aches.
Vomiting.
Jaundice (yellow skin and eyes)
Red eyes.
Abdominal pain.

Question 14

what are the treatments of leptospirosis

Answer 14

antibiotics, such as doxycycline or penicillin,

Question 15

how can you prevent leptospirosis

Answer 15

Avoid touching fresh water or soil that may be contaminated with animal urine.
Avoid touching objects that may be contaminated with animal urine, such as animal bedding.
Don’t wade, swim, or put your head in floodwaters or water from lakes, rivers, or swamps.

Question 16

what animals does septicaemia affect

Answer 16

cattle and buffaloes

Question 17

is septicaemia a zoonotic disease

Answer 17

NO

Question 18

what are the treatments of septicaemia

Answer 18

antibiotics, managing blood flow to organs, and treating the source of the infection.

Question 18

what are the symptoms of septicaemia

Answer 18

loss of consciousness.
severe breathlessness.
a high temperature (fever) or low body temperature.
a change in mental state – like confusion or disorientation.
slurred speech.
cold, clammy and pale or mottled skin.
a fast heartbeat.
fast breathing.

Question 19

how can you prevent septicaemia

Answer 19

handwashing, Keeping cuts and other wounds clean, and keeping them covered until healed and keeping up to date on recommended vaccines.

Question 20

what animals does bronchitis affect

Answer 20

DOGS

Question 21

is bronchitis a zoonotic disease

Answer 21

NO - but can be linked to allergies

Question 22

what are the symptoms of bronchitis

Answer 22

a cough – you may cough up clear, white, yellow or green mucus.
chest pain when coughing.
shortness of breath.
a sore throat.
a runny nose.
a high temperature.

Question 23

what are the treatments of bronchitis

Answer 23

rest, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and plenty of fluids.

Question 24

how can you prevent bronchitis

Answer 24

Clean your hands. Get recommended vaccines, such as the flu vaccine. Don't smoke and avoid secondhand smoke.

Question 25

what animals does parvovirus affect

Answer 25

dogs and other canids like coyotes, wolves, and foxes

Question 26

is parvovirus a zoonotic disease

Answer 26

NO

Question 27

what are the symptoms of parvovirus

Answer 27

lethargy, depression, and loss or lack of appetite, followed by a sudden onset of high fever, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Question 28

what are the treatments of parvovirus

Answer 28

IV fluids and management of electrolytes

Question 29

how can you prevent parvovirus

Answer 29

vaccinating your dog regularly

Question 30

what animals does rabies affect?

Answer 30

only mammals

Question 31

what are the symptoms of rabies

Answer 31

weakness or discomfort, fever, or headache.

Question 32

is rabies a zoonotic disease

Answer 32

YES

Question 33

what are the treatments of rabies

Answer 33

weakness or discomfort, fever, or headache.

Question 34

how can you prevent rabies

Answer 34

Vaccinate dogs and cats against rabies as required by law. Keep dogs and cats under control. Leave stray or unknown dogs and cats alone. Leave wild animals alone. Do not keep wild animals as pets. Make your property unattractive to wild animals.

Question 35

What animals does feline leukaemia virus affect?

Answer 35

CATS

Question 36

is feline leukaemia virus a zoonotic disease

Answer 36

NO

Question 37

what are the symptoms of feline leukaemia virus

Answer 37

Frequent infections of all kinds, weight loss, fever, lethargy, nervous signs (such as problems walking), and recurrent diarrhoea

Question 38

what are the treatments of feline leukaemia virus

Answer 38

prescribing antibiotics for bacterial infections, or performing blood transfusions for severe anemia).

Question 39

how can you prevent feline leukaemia virus

Answer 39

prevent their exposure to FeLV-infected cats.

Question 40

which animals does ringworm affect?

Answer 40

dogs, cats, cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, rodents, rabbits and birds.

Question 41

is ringworm a zoonotic disease.

Answer 41

YES

Question 42

what are the symptoms of ringworm?

Answer 42

Itchy skin. Ring-shaped rash. Red, scaly, cracked skin. Hair loss.

Question 43

what are the treatments of ringworm?

Answer 43

non-prescription antifungal creams, lotions, or powders applied to the skin for 2 to 4 weeks.

Question 44

how can you prevent ringworm?

Answer 44

Keep your skin clean and dry. Wear shoes that allow air to circulate freely around your feet. Don't walk barefoot in areas like locker rooms or public showers. Clip your fingernails and toenails short and keep them clean. Change your socks and underwear at least once a day.

Question 45

What animals does Lyme disease affect

Answer 45

dogs, horses, and possibly cats

Question 46

Is Lyme disease Zoonotic

Answer 46

YES

Question 47

What are the symptoms of Lyme Disease

Answer 47

tiredness (fatigue) muscle pain. joint pain. headaches. a high temperature (fever) chills. neck stiffness.

Question 48

What are the treatments for Lyme disease

Answer 48

Antibiotics such as doxycycline, amoxicillin, cefuroxime, and azithromycin

Question 49

How can you prevent Lyme Disease

Answer 49

using insect repellent, removing ticks promptly, applying pesticides, and reducing tick habitat

Question 50

What animals does tapeworm affect

Answer 50

sheep, pigs, cattle, goats, horses, camels, wallabies and kangaroos

Question 51

Is tapeworm zoonotic

Answer 51

Humans do not directly contract tapeworm from dogs, but they could get it from ingesting a flea from the dog

Question 52

What are the symptoms of tapeworm

Answer 52

Upset stomach, or feeling like you could throw up. Stomachache or stomach pain. Not wanting to eat. Loose stools. Diarrhea. Weight loss. Gas. Hunger pains.

Question 53

What are the treatments of tapeworm

Question 54

How can you prevent tapeworm