Use care when pawing your pets’ food
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This article was published 06/11/2018 (2840 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.
Millions of people have at least one pet at home. Studies have shown there are many health benefits to having a companion animal. Pets can increase fitness, lower stress and bring happiness to their owners.
Health benefits may include:
• Decreased blood pressure
• Decreased feelings of loneliness
• Increased opportunities for exercise and outdoor activities
• Increased opportunities for socialization
But did you know that handling your pet’s food could make you sick? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says dry and canned pet food can be contaminated with germs that can make you and your family sick.
Here are tips to stay safe while feeding your pet:
• Always wash your hands with soap and water after handling pet food or treats.
• Store pet food and treats away from where human food is stored and prepared.
• Keep pet food and treats away from small children.
• Don’t use your pets’ feeding bowls to scoop food. Use a dedicated cup or scoop.
The CDC does not recommend feeding raw diets to pets. Salmonella and listeria bacteria have been found in raw-diet pet food, including packaged ones found in pet stores.
— Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
