Why is it said that having cats and dogs hurts Fud? Is having a cat a blessing or a curse?

I don't think that having cats and dogs hurts luck, I think that having cats and dogs is a kind of Chifud, treating animals kindly, making you kinder and more blessed.

Thanks to the landlord for the question. To solve this problem, I want to talk about the possible effects of having a cat.

With the improvement of people's daily living standards, many people have begun to pay attention to keeping some pets to accompany them, but we sometimes worry about what if my pet transmits germs to me?

Sometimes when we see a cat vomiting or a runny nose, we think: Will my cat infect me with a cold? Should I be isolated?

The answer is yes. In fact, there are many diseases that you can get from cats, which are widely known as zoonotic diseases. The term "zoonotic" is used to describe any disease that can be transmitted from animals to humans.

The most well-known and feared example of a zoonotic disease is rabies. Other common zoonotic diseases of cats include: toxoplasmosis, ringworm in cats, [medical] salmonellosis, campylobacter infection, Giardia lambli, Cryptosporidium infection, roundworms, hookworms, cat-scratch disease.

Then here's the problem! Is my cat really that dangerous?

While it is possible that you have contracted the so-called zoonotic disease that is bothering you, it is really unlikely. That being said, if your immune system has been compromised due to a previous illness or medical condition, the chances of developing zoonotic diseases do increase. Examples include:

People infected with HIV or AIDS, pregnant women, patients undergoing chemotherapy or radiotherapy, elderly people, people with chronic diseases or congenital immune system defects, people receiving organ or bone marrow transplants.

Should I give up my cat in such an environment?

But you need to be extra careful with your pet:

Remember, your veterinarian will tell you the most accurate information about zoonotic diseases.

Keep the kitten indoors all the time! This is the best way to prevent cats from contracting zoonotic diseases.

Follow your veterinarian's recommendations for vaccination, parasite testing,** and prevention.

Since many of the diseases listed above are spread through contact with cat feces, there are various measures that can be taken to keep you healthy, most of which involve simple hygiene. Therefore, in general, direct contact with cat feces should be avoided. Here are some tips to keep yourself safe:

Keep the bin away from the kitchen or other place where food is stored.

Ask someone in your household who is not at risk of zoonotic disease to be responsible for cleaning the bin. Also, please clean the trash bin every day. For example, it takes 24 hours for the organism that causes toxoplasmosis to become infected.

Use disposable bin mats and replace them every time you clean the bin.

Do not sprinkle cat litter on the ground. If you do this, you may be at risk of inhaling infectious diseases. Slowly dispose of the trash into the bin. Be cautious.

It is ideal to clean the bins at least twice a month. Soak the bin in hot water for a few minutes. This will kill toxoplasmosis and other organisms.

Always wear disposable gloves when cleaning bins and throw them away after each cleaning.

In addition, it is very important to regularly monitor your cat for any signs of illness and wash your hands after contact with your cat. Remember: If you're concerned about the possibility of your pet contracting zoonotic diseases, the best source of information is a veterinarian.

Well, that's all for today's sharing. Hope mine can help you, thanks