There is a "species barrier" that keeps many diseases of one species from crossing over to another species. Apparently "colds and flu" fall into this catagory. Animals cannot catch our colds or the flu.
On the other hand, this is one of the main concerns about the bird flu. A few people have had it, but still not enough to believe that it has crossed over from birds to people. This "crossing over" is very feared - as it could cause millions and perhaps billions of deaths.
Anyway - No - your dog cannot catch your cold.
Carol Jean |