Recent studies show that MRSA can be carried not only by humans, but pets as well. Owners of pets should not worry over whether or not their pet is infected with MRSA. The point is to simply be aware that it could happen.

Humans and pets can be colonized with MRSA, but that does not mean an infection is present, or that there is any potential harm.

A study of about 600 households, that housed pets and humans, was conducted and showed that Staph bacteria were present in 28% of people, and about 13% of pets that lived in households. Approximately 10% of households contained both humans and pets that had some form of Staph colonization present. MRSA showed to have presence in about 5% of humans and about 3% of dogs and cats.

If you or a family member suffers from some form of Staph infection that continually reoccurs, consider having the pets checked out.