Psittacosis Chlamydia psittaci Cats, ferrets Direct contact or inhalation of infectious materials from exudates, secretions or dessicated feces. Fever, headache, generalized weakness, chills and upper or lower respiratory tract disease. May see extensive pneumonia and inflammation of the liver in serious infections. Rabies Please refer to Rabies Facts Sheet Salmonellosis Salmonella spp. Many animal species Fecal - oral route.
Infection causes a sudden onset of headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea and sometimes vomiting.
Focal infections can be localized in any tissue of the body with signs related to the area of infection. Immunosuppressed people are at extra risk. Tetanus Please refer to Tetanus Facts Sheet Toxoplasmosis Please refer to Toxoplasmosis Facts Sheet Tuberculosis Mycobacterium spp. Many animal species Transmitted via aerosols from infected animals or tissues, ingestion or wound contamination. Most common form reflects involvement of the pulmonary system and is characterized by cough, sputum production and eventually coughing up blood.