Hello in a water damaged building or home there is mold that grows within 48 hours that produce mycotoxins and there is a bacteria that is called Actinomycetes.
This bacteria has hundreds of genus below in that category and the ones that are most common and are found in affecting dogs and cats are these below which you can have tests for from an in home test or from a veterinarian.
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Genera in Water-Damaged Buildings
In water-damaged buildings, various genera of Actinomycetes can be present. The most common include:
Actinomyces
Streptomyces
Nocardia
Micromonospora
These genera can produce biotoxins that may contribute to health issues, particularly in individuals with Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS).
Testing for Actinomycetes
To identify Actinomycetes in a water-damaged environment, dust samples can be collected. Testing can reveal the presence of multiple species, which may indicate potential health risks.
Here is an article about Actinomyces and the infection called Actinomycosis in Cats
