Is there any cat disease that can be transmited to a human?
Hi there…yes, there are some zoonotic disease a human can catch from a cat. Feline Herpes is not transferable to you since you believe your cat may be infected. Here’s an excerpt of what they are from Cornell University College of Vetinerary Medicine: http://www.vet.cornell.edu/fhc/resources… What is a zoonotic disease? While most feline infectious diseases affect only cats, and most human infectious diseases affect only humans, it is important to be aware that some of these diseases—called zoonotic diseases—can be transmitted between cats and people. You are much more likely to contract ailments from other humans than you are from your cat. However, simple precautions, common sense, and good hygiene, including careful handling of litter boxes and treating cats with fleas and other parasites, can further reduce the risk of zoonotic disease. How are zoonotic diseases transmitted? Transm
