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For information and guidance related to animals and COVID-19, visit COVID-19 Pets and Other Animals.

Pets provide many benefits to humans. They comfort us and they give us companionship. However, some animals can also pass diseases to people. These diseases are called zoonoses.

Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease that affects humans and animals. Provided by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

CDC NCEZID DFWED Features page. Give consumers information they need to protect themselves and their families from illnesses that can come from germs in food, water, and other places. They also highlight CDC's role in detecting and responding to outbreaks, tracking trends in illnesses, and providing important health and safety information to the public.

H3N2v information for fair managers to use in planning their state and local fairs - CDC

Bat Influenza (Flu) - CDC

Animals can be entertaining and educational. However, people, especially children, can get sick from contact with animals. The good news: You can help prevent illnesses from animals.

Three Types of Influenza Viruses - CDC