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Where did cat scratch disease originate?
In tics and or fleas
What type of diseases do fleas carry?
Bubonic plague and Cat Scratch disease can be carried by fleas.
How come you don't get cat cat scratch fever everytime your cat scratches you?
Cat scratch fever is caused by a bacteria that is generally transmitted to the cat by fleas. If the cat isn't carrying the disease, then they will be unable to transmit it to you, the human.
Why does your cat scratch til she bleeds and has no fleas?
The cat may have a rash, possibly caused from some sort of allergy. Or she may have mange.
How do cats get cat scratch fever?
It is unlikely for an adult to contract scratch fever. You can catch cat scratch fever by getting scratched bitten by a kitten, but this is very uncommon. Getting scratched by a kitten does not automatically mean you have scratch fever.
What is the term for a cat who has fleas?
The cat with fleas is a host
Are dog fleas and cat fleas the same?
While cat fleas (Ctenocephalides felis) and dog fleas (Ctenocephalides cannis) are two different species, most of the fleas found on dogs are actually cat fleas.
Is it safe to pet a cat with fleas?
It is not safe to pet a cat with fleas because fleas can transmit diseases to humans. It is important to treat the cat for fleas before handling them.
Can you touch a cat with fleas?
Yes, you can touch a cat with fleas, but it is important to take precautions to prevent the fleas from spreading to you or other pets. It is recommended to wash your hands thoroughly after touching a cat with fleas and to treat the cat for fleas to prevent infestation.
Flea bites from a cat?
Fleas on a cat are probably either dog fleas or cat fleas (these are two different species, but despite the name, either can survive on either a dog or cat ... or for that matter on other mammals). Both of them can and will bite humans.
Why do dogs scratch themselves?
Fleas are biting them.
Do cats with fleas scratch a lot?
yes
