If I am sick with flu-like symptoms, how can I keep my pets from getting sick, too?

If you are sick with flu-like-illness, take the same precautions with your pets that you would to keep your family and friends healthy:

• Cover your coughs and sneezes
• Wash your hands frequently
• Minimize contact with your pets until 24 hours after your fever is gone

Learn more about Healthy Pets, Healthy People (CDC)

Last Reviewed: 10/26/2010

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