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Yes, because it's so similar to the measles virus. However, even if it replicates in humans, it has no effects on us. But if a human is carrying the virus, he or she can still potentially pass it onto an animal.
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∙ 14y agoThe most common strain of coccidia in dogs has zero effect on humans. A few less common strains have the potential to infect humans, but mainly only immunosuppressed humans.
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What are the common classifications of coccidia?
Coccidia is classified as subclass of microscopic spore. It is a intracellular parasite that can infect both animals and humans, and can cause many disease.
What causes soft stool in your dog all the time?
coccidia .. tell your vet to check your dog for coccidia !
What group does Cyclospora belong to?
Coccidia
What is coccidiosis?
This is an infection by a primitive single cell body called Coccidia. Often found in the feces of dogs and particularly puppies because of their immature digestive system. May be transferred to humans.
Can coccidia be capsule shaped?
No. Cocci are round, Bacillus are capsule shaped.
What has the author Donald W Duszynski written?
Donald W. Duszynski has written: 'The biology of the Coccidia (Apicomplexa) of snakes of the world' -- subject(s): Snakes, Treatment, Coccidia, Classification, Coccidiosis in animals, Parasites
What is the scientific name of coccidia?
The scientific names of coccidia are Isospora canis, Isospora ohioensis and Isospora burrowsi (dogs); Isospora felis and Isospora rivolta (cats). The way that i can be transmitted is by oral ingestion of oocysts.
What are the most common parasites in goatsgoat feces?
Coccidia, and the strongyles and an occassional nematodirus
What is decoquinate?
A quinolone anticoccidial which is nontoxic but subject to a high rate of development of resistant coccidia.
Is it safe to eat a hen with vent gleet at slaughter time?
can you eat a rooster if he might have coccidia
How do you disinfect your house for Coccidia?
Once you have coccidia in your home or yard, it can be difficult to remove. Most veterinarians recommend washing your surfaces with a combination of bleach and water several days in a row to kill the bacteria. You should also be sure to immediately remove stool from infected animals from your yard or litter box.
When was medicated feed for chickens first produced?
In 1946 the first use of an arsanilic to control coccidia was introduced in commercially available chicken feed. Problem was while useful to save the flock, this drug effected the eggs and meat and rendered them unfit for human consumption. In the early 1950's a broad-spectrum drug to control coccidia was introduced by Purina.
