Could the next generation of killer diseases come from the family pet? Scientists say cats and dogs 'large potential source' of human diseases

Could the next generation of killer diseases come from the family pet? Scientists say cats and dogs 'large potential source' of human diseases | Mail Online: "A new generation of killer diseases set to hit mankind could come from cats and dogs, a study has found. Scientists say human beings will soon be infecting serious illnesses which have spread from their domestic pets. A report found the risk to humans from animal-based 'emerging diseases' has increased as pets have moved 'out of the barn' and into homes."