Manual of Common Diseases and Parasites

of Wildlife in Northern British Columbia

In the disease summaries in this manual, the following icons highlight where caution must be exercised both for human and animal health.

 

	Thoroughly wash and sanitize equipment and surfaces that have come into contact with the diseased animal or parts of the animal.
	Disease is potentially zoonotic - transmissible to humans either through contact or consumption. Take appropriate precautions.
	Disease is potentially transmissible to pets. Do not feed affected parts of the animal to dogs or cats.
	Do not eat affected parts.
	Cook thoroughly.