In some of these cases exposure to infected cows seemed likely. Once again it appeared that humans could develop a disease because of their close proximity to cattle. Despite the various diseases of cattle that may cause disease in humans, cattle have contributed a great boon to humans in their fight against disease. It is much more common for pets to introduce disease to their owners by carrying ticks into a house. All pets that are allowed to roam outside should be kept clean and tick-free at all times.
Rabies often produces unusual behavior in animals.
Avoid any wild animal that appears in the daylight or in urban settings, especially if it appears to be unsteady. Call the police and tell them what kind of animal has been observed and where. Animal bites , whether the bite of a mosquito or the bite of a lion, can contribute to disease. It is dangerous to approach trapped live animals or to startle any animal that might bite. Bites from rats or mice, for example, can result in ratbite fever , which can be caused by one of two different bacteria.