If the pet's diarrhea lasts for more than 1or 2 days, have a friend or relative who does not have HIV take your pet to your veterinarian. Ask the veterinarian to check the pet for infections that may be the cause of diarrhea. Don't bring home an unhealthy pet. If you are not sure about the animal's health, have it checked out by your veterinarian. Don't touch stray animals because you could get scratched or bitten.
Stray animals can carry many infections.
Don't ever touch the stool of any animal. Ask someone who is not infected with HIV and is not pregnant to change your cat's litter box daily. If you must clean the box yourself, wear vinyl or household cleaning gloves and immediately wash your hands well with soap and water right after changing the litter. Have your cat's nails clipped so it can't scratch you. Discuss other ways to prevent scratching with your veterinarian.