Which statement defines zoonosis and identifies appropriate prevention strategies in small animal practice?

• A. Zoonosis are diseases that can be transmitted between animals and humans; examples: rabies (vaccination and bite avoidance), leptospirosis (avoid exposure, vaccination), ringworm (hygiene and antifungal treatment).
• B. Zoonosis are diseases only transmitted from humans to animals; prevention is only vaccination in humans.
• C. Zoonosis are noninfectious diseases that affect both animals and humans; prevention is irrelevant.
• D. Zoonosis are diseases transmitted by insects only; prevention relies solely on insecticides.

Answer: (A)