Bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. All of these can infect and cause disease in animals–which is especially noteworthy when you consider that more than 70% of infectious diseases of domestic animals and wildlife can also infect humans.

Rabid horse

A rabid horse is sedated heavily and secured. Read more about equine rabies

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