Pasteurellosis (Pasteurella multocida infection)
Zoonotic
Pasteurellosis is caused by Pasteurella multocida and related bacteria that normally live in the mouths and airways of many animals. Cats and dogs commonly carry it, and bite or scratch wounds frequently inoculate the organism, producing rapidly developing soft-tissue infections in people. It also causes respiratory disease in rabbits, cattle, and poultry, so it spans companion and livestock medicine.
Quick facts
- Type:
- Infectious
- Typical onset:
- Acute
- Body systems:
- Integumentary, Respiratory
- Affected species:
- CAT, CATTLE, CHICKEN, DOG, RABBIT
- Reference codes:
- ICD11 1B99
Sources & references
- Merck Veterinary Manual — Reviews Pasteurella multocida infections across species and the zoonotic risk from bite wounds.
- Wikipedia — Summarizes pasteurellosis as a zoonotic bite-wound and respiratory infection across animals and people.
- ICD-11
This content is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. If you are worried about your pet, contact your veterinarian.