Goats catch colds from people?

[Lil-patch-of-heaven]

Ugh ... Woke up with a nasty one. Still have to feed, milk, make bottles. I'll wash my hands of course (but I always do) and take all precautions I can but ... Can goats catch colds/flu from humans? I'm hoping it's a case of more species-specific viruses but I was wondering ...

 

[aggieterpkatie]

Ugh ... Woke up with a nasty one. Still have to feed, milk, make bottles. I'll wash my hands of course (but I always do) and take all precautions I can but ... Can goats catch colds/flu from humans? I'm hoping it's a case of more species-specific viruses but I was wondering ...

Nope. Goatie will be fine.

 

[Lil-patch-of-heaven]

Ah thank you so much. After reading how susceptible a Nubian's respiratory system is I'm glad I don't have to worry. Thank you!