Although humans are not commonly affected by animal diseases, incidents do occur. Diseases such as tuberculosis, shigella, campylobacter and salmonella can be serious health threats. Herpesvirus B carried by rhesus, cynomolgus, and other old world monkeys can cause fatal encephalitis in man. Dogs and Cats. Precautions should be taken against toxoplasmosis, lymphocytic choriomeningitis, salmonella and shigella and ringworm.
Toxoplasmosis is one of the most commonly acquired parasitic diseases in the laboratory.
A more complete list of zoonotic agents is given in the appendix. Anyone planning to work with live vertebrates must receive documented training in their handling. Proper handling and restraint techniques reduce the chances for bites and scratches and training is required by law. Dosed animals may be transported to or from an animal facility, containment area, or laboratory only in a cage with bonnet. Experimental materials and specimens must be transported in closed containers inside unbreakable canisters.