ReviewInternational journal of environmental research and public health2020
A One Health Perspective on the Human-Companion Animal Relationship with Emphasis on Zoonotic Aspects.
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- Factors influencing feline antiparasitic prescriptions by veterinarians and demographics across parts of the UK.Veterinary record open · 2026Article
- School-based one health education shapes young minds and households to prevent zoonoses: A comparison of four teaching strategies.One health (Amsterdam, Netherlands) · 2026Article
- Responsible Ownership and Welfare Indicators for Dogs and Cats in Rural Lithuania: Self-Reported Practices and In-Person Assessment.Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2026Article
- Tsutsugamushi Disease in a Non-endemic Season and Region: Suspected Indoor Exposure via Pet-associated Vector Entry.Internal medicine (Tokyo, Japan) · 2026Article
- The Critical Contribution of Pathology Technicians to Veterinary Diagnostics, Research and Teaching.Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2026Review
- Characterization of human-animal interactions among pet owners in Mexico from a One Health perspective: A cross-sectional study.One health (Amsterdam, Netherlands) · 2026Article
- Impacts of meteorological factors on zoonotic infections in domestic cat and dog populations: A scoping review of international evidence.One health (Amsterdam, Netherlands) · 2026Review
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- Efficacy of Credelio Quattro™ chewable tablets containing lotilaner, moxidectin, pyrantel, and praziquantel against Ctenocephalides felis and Rhipicephalus sanguineus infestations on dogs.Parasites & vectors · 2026Article
- Exploring Antibiotic Resistance Patterns in Isolates from Domestic Animals in Southern Italy.Antibiotics (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Self-reported handwashing frequency among pet and non-pet owners in the German adult population in 2023: a post-pandemic replication study.BMC public health · 2026Article
- Outdoor roaming of owned cats elevates risk of zoonotic pathogen exposure: A global synthesis.PLoS pathogens · 2026Article
- Burden of bacterial antimicrobial resistance in China: a systematic analysis from 1990 to 2021 and projections to 2050.Journal of advanced research · 2026Article
- Variations in the Gut Microbiota of Stray and Domestic Cats.Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2026Article
- Myopathy due to a creatine deficiency disorder in a family of mixed breed dogs with a glycine amidinotransferase gene mutation.Journal of veterinary internal medicine · 2026Article
- Prevalence and Characterization of Methicillin-ResistantFoods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Beyond the clinical eye: mapping intestinal parasitic infections and its risk factors among dogs and cats across Portugal.Frontiers in veterinary science · 2026Article
- Indoor airborne dust in veterinary facilities as a reservoir of bacterial pathogens and antimicrobial resistance.Frontiers in veterinary science · 2026Article
- Evaluating the efficacy ofJournal of animal science and technology · 2026Article
- Wealth, health, cats and Toxoplasma gondii: An ecological correlational study of subjective well-being across 93 countries.PloS one · 2026Article
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Abstract
Over time the human-animal bond has been changed. For instance, the role of pets has changed from work animals (protecting houses, catching mice) to animals with a social function, giving companionship. Pets can be important for the physical and mental health of their owners but may also transmit zoonotic infections. The One Health initiative is a worldwide strategy for expanding collaborations in all aspects of health care for humans, animals, and the environment. However, in One Health communications the role of particularly dogs and cats is often underestimated.
objectiveEvaluation of positive and negative One Health issues of the human-companion animal relationship with a focus on zoonotic aspects of cats and dogs in industrialized countries.
methodLiterature review.
resultsPets undoubtedly have a positive effect on human health, while owners are increasing aware of pet's health and welfare. The changing attitude of humans with regard to pets and their environment can also lead to negative effects such as changes in feeding practices, extreme breeding, and behavioral problems, and anthropozoonoses. For the human, there may be a higher risk of the transmission of zoonotic infections due to trends such as sleeping with pets, allowing pets to lick the face or wounds, bite accidents, keeping exotic animals, the importation of rescue dogs, and soil contact.
conclusionsOne Health issues need frequently re-evaluated as the close human-animal relationship with pet animals can totally differ compared to decennia ago. Because of the changed human-companion animal bond, recommendations regarding responsible pet-ownership, including normal hygienic practices, responsible breeding, feeding, housing, and mental and physical challenges conforming the biology of the animal are required. Education can be performed by vets and physicians as part of the One Health concept.
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