Covid And Pets. The tiny number that did were cats and they only developed very mild symptoms such as coughing or breathing slightly faster than usual. Coronavirus in dogs and cats.
While covid 19 may have emerged from an animal source there is no evidence that animals including pets in the united states are a source of the infection or are able to infect others. Several lions and tigers external icon at a new york zoo tested positive for sars cov 2 after showing signs of respiratory illness. When possible have another person in your home care for your pet while you are.
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Advice for pet owners and livestock keepers on looking after the welfare of animals during the coronavirus covid 19 pandemic. The new human coronavirus that causes the disease covid 19 has u s. A small number of pet cats and dogs have been reported to be infected with the virus in several countries including the united states. Here s how you can protect both you and your pet s and what to do if you get sick.
