We should not forget that we have to be careful and follow the rules of hygiene with pets. Even domestic cats and dogs sometimes walk on the street and can bring into the house threatening germs for a man.
If a four-legged pet lives at your home, follow these simple rules: - Wash your pet's paws after a walk; - Do not allow your pet to bring anything from the street; - The animal should have at least 2 types of toys, street and house; - Periodically, take your pet to the vet for checkups or worming process; - Periodically, bathe the animal with special detergents.
If your pet is always in the apartment, it is much easier to comply with safety, but some rules are required to fulfill. It is forbidden to give the animal raw fish or meat. It may contain agents of E. coli or helminthes’ eggs, which initially harm the animal, and then a man suffers too. It is necessary to wash a litter box regularly, it is desirable to wear gloves and wash hands thoroughly after this. If there is a baby at home, there must be different toys for the baby and the animal. It is necessary to keep clean. Do wet cleaning in the house more often, especially when pet is shedding, and preferably with the use of disinfectants.
There are several tips that very few people know: you should not kiss the animal, do not hug it, do not let go to the kitchen and sleep on beds and couches. After playing with the animal, it is required to thoroughly wash your hands with antibacterial soap. Following these simple rules, you can protect yourself and your family from many diseases, because our favorite pets could be its carriers.