Can humans get diseases from dog waste?
Yes they can. Diseases passed form animals to humans are called zoonotic diseases. Dog waste is loaded with all kinds of pathogens. Diseases are either spread through skin contact or accidental ingestion of fecal matter on hands or objects. Some diseases cause mild intestinal infections and others can be severe and even life-threatening. Removing dog feces from the ground quickly and flushing it away greatly decreases your chances of picking up a bug that makes you sick.
