Can dogs give humans conjunctivitis?

Answer by  dogfancier (201)

There are very few conditions that can be passed from dog to human. The bacteria in canine conjunctivitis cannot be passed onto humans. The conjunctivitis can be passed from one dog to another.

Answer by  tamkees (3203)

Conjunctivitis,an inflammation of the membrane that connects the eyeball to the eyelid, is caused by bacteria. You need to take it seriously and have your vet prescribe medication for it. However, the good news is that the bacteria that gives dogs conjunctivitis is different from the one that affects humans, so no, dogs can't give conjunctivitis to their humans.

Answer by  mannersandsuch (1796)

No, your dog can pass on this illness to humans, but make sure if the symptoms get worse or the dog seems really uncomfortable, stops eating or drinking and no longer wants to play that you take them to the vet to checked out.

Answer by  champaign9497 (11977)

Only your vet can tell you the correct answer to that I know there are a few things that can be transferred between animals and humans a vet would be able to tell you right away. And they would be able to tell you how to take care of it and not catch it.