Understanding Pets & COVID-19
“At this point, there is no evidence that companion animals can spread the virus”
**- Center for Disease Control
These are stressful times. It can be hard to know what news to trust, especially when it comes to our beloved pets. We at Michelson Found Animals trust health experts to lead us through the COVID-19 crisis and we encourage you to do the same.
Both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as well as the American Veterinary Medical Association have issued advisories saying there is no evidence that companion animals can spread the virus. Therefore, there is no justification in taking measures against companion animals which may compromise their welfare.
The CDC does recommend pet owners practice good hygiene. Just like your phone, shoes and purse, pets can pick up germs anywhere they go. Good pet hygiene practices include:
Washing your hands after interacting with or being around a pet
Regular baths for your pets
Wiping paws after walks outside
Reconsidering your pet smooches for a little while
3
Enjoy being online again!
Welcome to the community of good people who base their values on evidence and appreciate civil discourse - the social network you will enjoy.Create your free account
1 comment
Feel free to reply to any comment by clicking the "Reply" button.
Recent Visitors 20
Hathacat
IL, USA
NoMagicCookie
North Dakota,
Susieq
CA, USA
itsmedammit
IL, USA
snytiger6
Battle Ground, WA. USA,
Photos 9,441 More
Posted by ThomasLeviWhen I became a father I learned what it's like to love someone more than life itself.
Posted by ThomasLeviWhen I became a father I learned what it's like to love someone more than life itself.
Posted by LaurenIt's my first grand's fifth Gotcha Day and this is her in the arms of my daughter as they drove home.
Posted by LaurenIt would be warmer for us both if he'd get on my lap, but it has to be his idea - though he still likes to stay close.
Posted by RobertNappi2Saturday morning cuteness
Posted by RobertNappi2Friday morning cuteness
Posted by RobertNappi2Thursday morning cuteness
Posted by RobertNappi2Tuesday morning cuteness
Posted by RobertNappi2Saturday morning cuteness
Posted by RobertNappi2Friday morning cuteness
Posted by RobertNappi2Tuesday morning cuteness
Posted by RobertNappi2Monday morning cuteness
Posted by RobertNappi2Sunday morning cuteness
Posted by RobertNappi2Hey! I'm not done yet...
Posted by RobertNappi2Saturday morning cuteness
Posted by RobertNappi2Thursday morning cuteness