Zoonosis in Exotic Pets You most likely already know that humans
can catch diseases from wild animals. You’ve probably also given
thought to the diseases that we can get through our interactions
with pets. However, if you own, or are thinking about owning, an
exotic pet, you should take into consideration the unique
diseases associated with them. Just like dogs and cats, exotic
pets have some zoonotic diseases (diseases that are
transmissible between humans and animals). Owning an exotic pet
does not put you at a greater risk for a zoonotic infection than
owning a dog or cat; it just puts you at risk for different
types of diseases. With good hygiene and proper care, there is a
very low risk of obtaining disease from your exotic pet.
However, it is a good idea to be aware of the potential
infectious risk your pet poses. In this article we will cover
some common and some rare diseases that can be transmitted to
humans from their exotic pets. These diseases should be taken
into consideration before purchasing a