are cats dangerous to humans?
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Because of their small size, domesticated house cats pose little physical danger to adult humans. However, in the USA cats inflict about 400,000 bites per year.
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Dogs and cats are much more sensitive to carbon monoxide fumes than humans and any exposure to exhaust fumes is serious and sometimes fatal. Carbon monoxide poisoning, even in very low doses, is cumulative and can lead to death.
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Permethrin Toxicity in Cats. Flea bombs can be dangerous to cats.
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This may be as a result of people using dog and puppy flea collars on cats. This is extremely dangerous to cats as the chemicals used for dogs are vastly different and extremely poisonous when used on felines. So our first piece of advice is NEVER, ever put a dog flea collar on your cat or kitten.
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Foxes pose little danger to cats. But, like any other dog, foxes will chase cats. Generally, though, when faced with the claws and teeth of a cat, foxes will back away, knowing they will probably suffer a serious injury in any fight.
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Although coyotes have been known to attack humans (and pets) and as such are a potential danger to people, especially children, risks are minimal and we feel that the majority of attack incidents could be reduced or prevented through modification of human behavior.
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Yes, raccoons can pose a lethal danger to your cat or kitten, regardless of its breed. Not only do these creatures carry a variety of parasites and diseases, but they can also attack your pet. As you probably know, having your cat fight with other felines is life-threatening. Well, raccoons are life-threatening too.
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As many of our cats are kept indoors, the largest rabies threat to our feline population comes from contact with bats. Bats commonly find their way into houses where they are caught, eaten, and played with by pet cats. Cats may be infected through biting or eating bats, or by being bitten by them.
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While most veterinarians acknowledge that cats are much safer without going outside where they risk exposure to disease or trauma, there are some cats who may resist being indoors only. AHS encourages leash-training kitties who incessantly beg to be outdoors.
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in very small doses they are usually safe for dogs, cats and yes humans. Insects are much smaller than dogs and cats. The very small amounts needed to kill these nasty pests should not be affecting the dogs. Hartz needs to reconsider how to dose this product.
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Cats are often stereotyped as standoffish and aloof, even to the people who love them most, but the truth is that cats can be just as protective of their people as dogs are of theirs. ... It's instinctual for a cat to defend their territory and yours.
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That means, while certain ingredients may be fine — and even beneficial — for us to drink, they can be dangerous for cats. The main offender in tea is caffeine. Caffeine can be toxic to cats, so you should avoid giving any caffeinated teas to your cat.
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Cats have excellent survival instincts, and they don't deliberately “jump” from high places that would be dangerous. ... Because cats have little fear of heights and enjoy perching in high places, pet owners often assume that they can take care of themselves.
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Foxes pose little danger to cats. But, like any other dog, foxes will chase cats. Generally, though, when faced with the claws and teeth of a cat, foxes will back away, knowing they will probably suffer a serious injury in any fight. ... Foxes also eat rats and other rodents and can thus help to keep those pests down.
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Like many plants, while figs are perfectly safe for humans, the fruit, leaves and sap of figs and fig trees is toxic and irritating to your cat. While the toxicity of figs is low to moderate, if you suspect your cat has ingested any toxic substance you should seek immediate veterinary care.
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Why are moths so dangerous? Moths are considered dangerous to humans and also for pets because they contaminate food and certain types of pet food (such as dry pellets) with their feces and their white cocoons – left from the caterpillar.
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Like humans, cats are a very diverse lot, even though humans may try to clump them in one big bunch. There are probably friendlier cats, cooler cats, and more agreeable ones. ... Therefore, your cat or cats may not necessarily be plotting to kill you and instead just want to cuddle.