10 Scary Diseases You Can Actually Get from Your Dog

3. Campylobacteriosis: A Hidden Risk in Puppy Poo

What it is: A bacterial infection commonly spread by young puppies.

How humans get it: By touching or accidentally ingesting even a small amount of infected dog feces.

Symptoms in humans:

• Bloody diarrhea
• Abdominal cramps
• Fever and vomiting

Prevention tips:

• Always wash hands after handling dogs or cleaning up poop.
• Clean food and water bowls daily.

4. Salmonellosis: More Than Just Food Poisoning

What it is: A bacterial infection usually linked to contaminated food—but dogs can carry it too.

How humans get it: By handling raw dog food or feces carrying Salmonella bacteria.

Symptoms in humans:

• Diarrhea, sometimes with blood
• Stomach pain and nausea
• Chills and high fever

Prevention tips:

• Avoid feeding dogs raw diets unless advised by a vet.
• Wash hands after feeding or cleaning up after your pet.