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health-pets1 year ago•3 min saved

"Rising Concern: Antibiotic-Resistant Superbugs in Half of Pet Dogs"

A study found that over half of pet dogs with diarrhea are carrying antibiotic-resistant strains of E. coli, posing a risk to human owners. The widespread use of antibiotics in agriculture and medicine is contributing to the rise of drug-resistant bacteria. The presence of superbugs in companion animals could lead to the emergence of new drug-resistant diseases in humans. Measures need to be taken to control the occurrence and spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria from pet dogs to mitigate the public health risks.

via Daily Mail|

#antibiotic-resistant-superbugs #drug-resistance #e-coli

health1 year ago•2 min saved

"Rising Concern: Drug-Resistant Superbugs in Pet Dogs' Diarrhea"

A study has found that pet dogs with diarrhea may be shedding drug-resistant E. coli, posing a serious risk to their owners. The research revealed that 118 out of 135 E. coli strains found in fecal samples from pet dogs were resistant to at least one antimicrobial agent. This drug resistance could lead to severe infections in humans, as E. coli is a common cause of food poisoning and other illnesses. The findings highlight the potential for pet dogs to become reservoirs for drug-resistant and pathogenic E. coli, emphasizing the need for further research and precautions to prevent the spread of these bacteria.

via Newsweek|

#antibiotic-resistance #drug-resistant-bacteria #e-coli

health2 years ago•1 min saved

Pets may reduce children's risk of food allergies, study shows.

Infants exposed to cats or pet dogs were 13 to 16% less likely to develop food allergies than those raised in pet-free homes, according to a study in Japan. Exposure to dogs appeared to reduce the risk of egg, milk and nut allergies, while exposure to cats appeared to reduce the risk of egg, wheat and soybean allergies. However, children exposed to hamsters had a 93% greater chance of developing nut allergies than children from pet-free homes. The exact mechanism of how this happens is unclear, but some researchers believe it has to do with the way that pet exposure might strengthen an infant’s gut microbiome.

via The Weather Channel|

#cats #food-allergies #gut-microbiome