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CDC Experts Talk About Pets and Your Health

Facts and details to help people live happily with pets – while staying healthy.

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This video highlights antibiotic stewardship education for dairy calf owners, a CDC project developed in collaboration with The Ohio State University.

Patient Stories for Baby Chicks and Salmonella: Tyler Story

These people got sick with infections that came from food or animal contact. Watch or read their stories to learn how they got sick and what they’re doing now to stay safe.

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CDC’s Dr. Megin Nichols talks about Salmonella and backyard flocks, live from a backyard coop. (Transcript)

Medscape introduction image to pet animals showcasing a small dog.

In this slideshow, CDC reviews outbreaks of enteric diseases linked to contact with animals.

Dr. Casey Barton Behravesh

Which furry (and not furry) friends are most likely to transmit infection to humans? Share these precautions with your pet-loving patients. CDC Expert Commentary

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Many people keep small turtles as pets, not realizing that they can cause disease. CDC Expert Commentary

CDC Coops

Learn about staying healthy while raising poultry and tour some unique coops.

Chicken coop

Do you know how to clean eggs from your backyard flock? Watch the video to learn how and see if you spot a chicken named Doug. (Transcript)

Chicken Inn

This chicken owner has a whole Inn for her hens. Watch the video for tips on how to stay healthy with your birds. See if you spot a guest appearance you may not expect (Hen Solo). (Transcript)

Pet Owner Safety Notices

Pet Owner Safety Notice: Small Turtles and Salmonella Outbreaks

CDC investigates Salmonella outbreak linked to small turtles. Stay healthy by choosing the right pet and taking preventative actions around pet turtles. (Transcript)

Pet Owner Safety Notice: Backyard Poultry

CDC investigates Salmonella outbreaks linked to backyard poultry. Stay healthy around your flock by following preventative actions. (Transcript)

ASL Pet Owner Safety Notice

CDC has investigated many Salmonella outbreaks linked to small turtles. Stay healthy by choosing the right pet and taking preventative actions around pet turtles. (Transcript)

ASL Pet Owner Safety Notice

CDC investigates Salmonella outbreaks linked to backyard poultry. Stay healthy around your flock by following preventative actions. (Transcript)