Dog owners warned against sharing a bed with their pets as 'untreatable' superbug spreads

TikTok Vet shows horrible outcome of not brushing your dog's teeth

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INTERESTING FACT ABOUT YOUR PET: Scientists believe that the world’s first known dog lived 31,700 years ago. This prehistoric dog resembled a large Siberian Husky.

It warned that this number could rise to 10 million by 2050 if nothing is done.

They examined faecal samples of 126 healthy people living in households with 102 cats and dogs across 80 households.

The study was conducted over a period of two years, up until February 2020.

It is thought that dogs can harbour mcr-1 in their gut before being transported via microscopic faecal particles.

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In two of the households where dogs had tissue infections, the gene was present in both dog and owner.

It found that eight of the dogs and four humans were hosting bacteria including mcr-1.

While three of these dogs appeared to be healthy, the others had tissue or urinary tract infections.

Use a Food Dispensing Toy for Fast Eaters. If your dog eats too fast use a food dispensing toy (we love the Kong Wobbler & Bob a Lot), or place a few tennis balls in their bowl to slow their eating. Not only does this keep them from eating too quick, it gives them a nice mental workout.

"If bacteria resistant to all drugs acquire this resistance gene, they would become untreatable, and that’s a scenario we must avoid at all costs.

"We know that the overuse of antibiotics drives resistance and it is vital that they are used responsibly, not just in medicine but also in veterinary medicine and in farming.”

This is not the first time that experts have warned against sharing close physical contact with your pets.

Keep Dry Dog Food Fresh in a Sealed Container. Dog food can start to loose it’s freshness after it’s open. If you buy bags of dog food use an airtight sealed container to store it, the food will stay fresh for much longer inside a tightly sealed container.

He warned that the affectionate gesture could spread salmonella, ringworm or hookworm to their owners.

He said: "Dogs aren't known for their hygiene.

"They don't (usually) brush their teeth or rinse with mouthwash, and they've probably never visited a dentist.

"Their daily routine consists of eating leftovers on the floor, licking their bum, and checking out dead animals left on the pavement.

"Such activities result in a build-up of bacteria in your dog's mouth, and although the majority is probably harmless, they can pick up parasites and bacteria that can make humans ill.

Reduce Stress. Dr. Becker notes, “The key is to reduce anxiety triggers.” If you have a vet visit, “don’t get the carrier out the night before,” give them a few days to get prepared. If they’re nervous alone or travelling, play soothing music, or draw the shades. The less stimulus pets receive from the outside world, the less anxiety they’ll have about events outside their control.

"Ultimately, their mouth is filthy.

"Whether they've drunk contaminated water or sniffed animal waste, these bacteria will not boost your immune health as some have argued."

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