This year’s theme is “Protecting the Health of All Species,” which highlights the important role veterinarians can play in making sure that animals and humans stay healthy.
“About 60 percent of all human infectious diseases have their source in animals,” said Dr. Brian Evans, Chief Veterinary Officer of Canada. “With newly emerging pathogens capable of causing health and economic consequences, we’re advocating an approach to animal diseases that protects the health of all species.”
Many diseases such as rabies can infect wildlife, domestic animals and humans. Parasites (such as tapeworm), conditions (such as ringworm) and bacteria (such as E. coli) can also be transmitted between pets and their owners.
“Veterinarians can provide Canadian families with guidance on taking proper animal health precautions in their own households,” said CVMA president Dr. Lloyd Keddie. “Keeping vaccinations up-to-date and implementing a parasite protection plan are two examples of appropriate disease prevention practices.”
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