AMR affects our pets too

Resistant bacteria and other superbugs can infect our dogs, cats and other companion animals severely compromising their health. In some cases, pets may need stronger or longer treatments, which can be costly and stressful. These resistant microbes can also pass between companion animals and humans (in both directions), reminding us how closely our health is connected.

“We love our pets, and they are like family! The closer we live together with our companion animals, the more mindful we need to be about hygiene. This illustration visualises numerous ways in which we connect with our pets, both emotionally and physically. This way resistant microbes can easily move back and forth between us.”