I have chickenpox. Can my cat catch the virus from me and get sick?

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I have a 6 month old cat, recently I had contracted with Chicken pox and came in close proximity with her can she also contract the same from me? Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed

Dr. Paula Simons · Accepted Answer

Cats cannot get chicken pox from humans so no need to worry.

I have chickenpox. Can my cat catch the virus from me and get sick?

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