Due to the increase in case records, the Municipal Animal Welfare Department (SMBEA) warns of the risk of sporotrichosis contamination in cats. The disease, which affects felines and humans, is caused by a fungus that is naturally present in soil and tree bark. Therefore, cats are more susceptible to contracting the disease.
The best form of prevention is neutering, which prevents cats from getting into disputes with other animals. It is also essential to keep them indoors, as the likelihood of the cat contracting the disease when going out is very high due to the high rate of contamination that has been recorded.
Some of the main symptoms of sporotrichosis are: the appearance of difficult-to-heal wounds, lesions and secretions on the skin, apathy, difficulty breathing and localized hair loss. If the animal has contracted the disease, it is necessary to take it to a veterinarian to confirm the diagnosis. In this case, you must isolate the animal from others, carry out the correct daily treatment and protect yourself whenever you make contact, using gloves and long sleeves. People registered with CadÚnico and with a family income of up to three minimum wages, who reside in Canoas, can seek free veterinary care at SMBEA.
“The main thing is to reinforce that animals must remain at home, thus preventing the cat from becoming infected and spreading the disease to its owners and other animals in the house. Once the animal shows symptoms, it is essential to have a quick diagnosis. As the disease progresses, treatment ends up taking longer and the risk of contamination is greater. By following the correct procedure, it is possible to observe the improvement of the animals”, highlights the secretary of SMBEA, Fabiane Borba.
Since August 15th, when the first survey was carried out, 26 cases of the disease in felines in Canoas have been recorded. SMBEA is aligned with the Municipal Health Department, holding meetings and promoting awareness actions with doctors and veterinarians for the correct notification of cases.
If the cat dies with the confirmed disease, the animal should not be buried, so that there is no risk of contaminating the soil. In this case, the body must be handed over to the Animal Welfare Department, which will make the correct disposal.
Due to the increase in case records, the Municipal Animal Welfare Department (SMBEA) warns of the risk of sporotrichosis contamination in cats. The disease, which affects felines and humans, is caused by a fungus that is naturally present in soil and tree bark. Therefore, cats are more susceptible to contracting the disease.
The best form of prevention is neutering, which prevents cats from getting into disputes with other animals. It is also essential to keep them indoors, as the likelihood of the cat contracting the disease when going out is very high due to the high rate of contamination that has been recorded.
Some of the main symptoms of sporotrichosis are: the appearance of difficult-to-heal wounds, lesions and secretions on the skin, apathy, difficulty breathing and localized hair loss. If the animal has contracted the disease, it is necessary to take it to a veterinarian to confirm the diagnosis. In this case, you must isolate the animal from others, carry out the correct daily treatment and protect yourself whenever you make contact, using gloves and long sleeves. People registered with CadÚnico and with a family income of up to three minimum wages, who reside in Canoas, can seek free veterinary care at SMBEA.
“The main thing is to reinforce that animals must remain at home, thus preventing the cat from becoming infected and spreading the disease to its owners and other animals in the house. Once the animal shows symptoms, it is essential to have a quick diagnosis. As the disease progresses, treatment ends up taking longer and the risk of contamination is greater. By following the correct procedure, it is possible to observe the improvement of the animals”, highlights the secretary of SMBEA, Fabiane Borba.
Since August 15th, when the first survey was carried out, 26 cases of the disease in felines in Canoas have been recorded. SMBEA is aligned with the Municipal Health Department, holding meetings and promoting awareness actions with doctors and veterinarians for the correct notification of cases.
If the cat dies with the confirmed disease, the animal should not be buried, so that there is no risk of contaminating the soil. In this case, the body must be handed over to the Animal Welfare Department, which will make the correct disposal.
