According to the Centers for Disease Control, everyone should wash their hands thoroughly with soap and water before handing your dog a treat made with meat or fish.
These treats contain raw beef and salmon, which is a known cause of salmonella infection. In fact, nine people became sick recently because they handled these types of dog food. The people developed diarrhea and one of them was hospitalized.
People at increased risk for infection or serious complication from food poisoning include:
children under 5
older adults, ie the elderly
people with weak immune systems
These people should avoid contact with animal based pet treats.
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Friday, October 06, 2006
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Dr. Steve,
Don't you mean to say everyone should wash their hands AFTER handing the treat to the dog. You said before.
Yes, Thank You!
Everyone should wash their hands AFTER handing the treat to the dog.
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