Pet owners beware, you could catch a superbug from just touching your dog or cat: Experts issue terrifying warning over spread of drug-resistant illnesses

Cats and dogs harbour potentially deadly antibiotic-resistant superbugs that they can pass to their owners, a study suggests.

Researchers warn the bacteria can spread between pets and healthy humans by petting, touching or kissing and through the handling of faeces.

Owners should wash their hands after touching their pet or clearing their waste and isolate sick animals in a single room, they add.

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