Most infected animals show no signs of toxoplasmosis, this is especially true of cats. However, cats may have a fever, cough, loss of appetite, and swollen lymph nodes. Cats rarely develop clinical cases of toxoplasmosis. However, the biggest danger lies with pregnant women. Toxoplasmosis can be transmitted to the fetus, resulting in birth defects.
Common sense is the best pre vention.
Cook meat before feeding it to your pet. Try to discourage your pet from eating wild animals and birds. Never eat raw meat, and wash your hands after handllng it. Cover your children's sandbox after play to prevent cats from using it as a litterbox. Litterboxes should be emptied regularly and cleaned with ammonia.