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\nSalmonella are bacteria that can live in the intestinal tract of many different animals. Salmonella can make both people and animals sick.
\nMany animals and pets can carry these germs, even if they look clean and healthy. Animals that can spread Salmonella to people include
\nAnimals get Salmonella from their environment, by eating contaminated food, or from their mothers before they are even born or hatched. Most animals do not get sick from Salmonella. Animals can carry Salmonella and still appear healthy and clean. Salmonella naturally lives in their intestines and can be found in their feces (poop). The bacteria in poop can easily contaminate the animals\u2019 body parts (fur, feathers, or scales) and anything in areas where these animals live and roam (like a terrarium or aquarium, chicken coop, pen, or fencing).
\nAnimals that do get sick from Salmonella might have diarrhea. Sick animals may seem more tired than usual and may vomit or have a fever.
\nIf your pet has symptoms of Salmonella or you are concerned that your pet may have a Salmonella infection, contact your veterinarian. Salmonella infections may require prompt treatment with supportive care and fluids. If your pet is very sick, it may need to be hospitalized in a veterinary clinic. Your veterinarian is the best source of advice on your pet\u2019s health.
\nBecause pet food and treats can be contaminated with Salmonella, tell your veterinarian if your pet recently ate a product that has been recalled. Do not feed your pet any more of the recalled product. Throw the product away immediately.
\nPeople infected with Salmonella might have diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. Some people\u2014especially children younger than 5 years old, adults 65 years and older, and people with weakened immune systems\u2014may experience more severe illness that requires medical treatment or hospitalization.
\n \nPeople can get sick with Salmonella if they do not wash their hands after contact with animals carrying Salmonella or items in their environment, such as their bedding, food, or tank water. Additionally, reptiles and amphibians that live in tanks or aquariums can contaminate the water with Salmonella, which can make people sick even if they don\u2019t touch the animal. Some pet products, like pet foods and treats, can be contaminated with Salmonella and other germs. Pet food and treats that could be contaminated include dry dog or cat food, raw pet food, dog biscuits, pig ears, beef hooves, and rodents used to feed reptiles (including frozen feeder rodents).
\nAnyone can get sick from Salmonella, but some people are more likely than others to get severely sick. This includes:
\nSome animals are more likely to spread Salmonella to people, including poultry, reptiles, amphibians, and rodents. These animals are not recommended as pets for people at higher risk of severe illness from Salmonella.
\nThe best way to prevent getting Salmonella from animals is to always wash your hands for 20 seconds with soap and running water immediately after touching animals, their food or treats, items in their environments, and their poop.
\nChildren under 5 years old should not handle animals that are likely to spread Salmonella (like reptiles, amphibians, rodents, and poultry). They should also not touch items in these animals\u2019 habitats or the water from containers or aquariums.
\nNever eat or drink around these animals, or in areas where they live and roam. Keep animals away from areas where food and drinks are prepared, served, or stored, such as kitchens or outdoor patios.
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