The answer to this question is a little
complicated. It’s actually a yes and no answer. Why? Well, yes cat’s can catch
a human cold and no, dogs can’t. Here’s how it works. Typically, dogs can only
catch a cold from other dogs because dogs are created similarly. Dogs are not
the same as people. Cats aren’t the same as people either, but they do have
some things in common. Cats have similar respiratory tracts to people. The cold
virus that attaches to the respiratory tracts of people can actually do the
same to the respiratory tracts in cats making cats susceptible to human colds. This
doesn’t mean your dog will never get sick and your cat will always catch your
cold. It’s something to think about though. Practice good hygiene such as hand
washing before holding your pet. Read more here or call your local vet
clinic Murrieta, CA.
