Monkeypox Can Spread To Pet Dogs, Doctors Report

The video discusses the first known case of a dog infected with monkeypox, believed to have contracted the virus from its human owners in France. The infection was detailed in The Lancet, highlighting the zoonotic nature of monkeypox, which can spread between animals and humans. The CDC emphasizes the importance of limiting contact between infected humans and pets to prevent further transmission. While the risk of household pet transmission remains low, the video stresses the need for awareness as monkeypox continues to spread globally, with over 38,000 human cases reported.

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