👉 Zoonosis is a medical condition in which an organism (usually a human) develops a disease or infection that is associated with animals. These conditions can be caused by various factors, such as exposure to contaminated water, soil, or air, or from contact with infected humans, animals, or other organisms. The term "zoonosis" is often used interchangeably with the term "zoonophilia," which refers to a sexual interest in and/or behavior towards animals that are not part of one