Just as our industry is getting more clients to bring cats to clinics, become better educated on prevention and improve the human-animal bonds cats empower, we get these warnings. Cat lover Richard O’Brien, MD, uses a scary title to outline slight risks and big risks when sharing space with cats.
. . . don’t test a cat’s limits of composure. Protect your pet, yourself and your household by controlling for fleas, ticks and infections. Also set boundaries about contact and keeping up with vaccinations for a long, happy life with your animal companion.” Richard O’Brien, MD
Source: BottomLine Inc. July 28, 2020. Link. O’Brien shares six ways cats are risks:
- By mouth and teeth
- By paws and claws
- By fleas and ticks
- By poop
- By dander
- By cuddling
INSIGHTS: When new cat owners get cats, these things are not top of mind. Even close friends may not be willing to share concerns about potential risks. You can use this article written by a medical doctor to educate and promote prevention, wellness visits and vaccination.