What zoonotic diseases are associated with canids?
Canids are known vectors for several zoonotic diseases, which are diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans. Some of the most significant include:
Rabies: A viral disease that is almost always fatal once clinical symptoms appear. Leptospirosis: A bacterial infection that can cause severe health problems in humans. Echinococcosis: A parasitic disease caused by tapeworms of the genus Echinococcus. Lyme disease: Although primarily transmitted by ticks, canids can act as reservoirs for the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi. Canine distemper: A viral disease that can affect a wide range of carnivores, including domestic dogs and wildlife.
