Zoonoses in the Bedroom

Abstract

In most industrialized countries, pets are becoming an integral part of households, sharing human lifestyles, bedrooms, and beds. The estimated percentage of pet owners who allow dogs and cats on their beds is 14%–62%. However, public health risks, including increased emergence of zoonoses, may be associated with such practices.

Keywords

• Zoonoses
• dog
• cat
• kissing
• sleeping
• licking