Knowledge of pet-related zoonotic diseases and pet care in Hong Kong, a heavily crowded urban setting.

ABSTRACT:

Background

With the rapid expansion of pet animal populations worldwide, pet-related zoonotic diseases are becoming an important issue in public health. Hong Kong (HK), located in southern China, is one of the most crowded urban centres in the world. The population of pets, especially exotic pets, in HK has grown significantly in recent decades, potentially elevating the risk of pet-related zoonotic diseases. However, no studies have been conducted to explore the knowledge of HK public towards pet-related zoonotic diseases and animal husbandry practices.

Objectives

To evaluate the level of awareness among the HK public of pet-related zoonotic diseases and their understanding of proper animal husbandry practices.

Methods

The study was carried out in HK from June-August

SUBMITTER: Lee ECY 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8788982 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature