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Points to note when humans come into contact with animals
Last Updated July 26, 2024
If you keep it properly, you don't have to worry too much about zoonotic infections, but just in case, be aware of the following:
Be sure to wash your hands when you touch an animal.
Immediately after touching the animal or treating animal dung, wash your hands thoroughly with soap.
Let's refrain from excessive contact with animals
Animal mouths and nails may have pathogens, so do not feed them by mouth transfer or share spoons or chopsticks.
Be sure to ventilate when raising birds indoors.
Feathers, dry excrement, dust and dust are easy to fill the room.
In addition to frequent cleaning of cages and indoors, try to ventilate regularly.
If the animal is strange, let's see a veterinary clinic immediately.
Always check that your animal is different from usual.
If you find any abnormalities in the animal, consult your veterinarian as soon as possible.
Regular animal physical checkup is also very effective in preventing disease.
If you feel unwell, consult a medical institution immediately.
At the time of consultation, tell your doctor about your pet breeding status and history of contact with animals.
Avoid breeding wild animals at home or contacting them outdoors.
Wild animals do not know what pathogens they carry. Don't touch wild animals unnecessarily.
Also, from the viewpoint of wildlife protection, wild animals must not be bred in principle.
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