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What About Our Pets? COVID-19 And Animals
Care for our furry friends
There is no evidence, so far, that cats or dogs can transmit COVID-19. However, that does not mean that it is business as usual for our pets.
Staying home more means more confinement, and more anxiety for some dogs. It also means more play time and more healthy interaction for some cats. Because we interact so much with our pets, it is crucially important to clean surfaces regularly — especially hard surfaces — such as food dishes, and some toys.
Bedding, and all other things should also be tended to with a bit more caution.
If a person in the home tests positive, it is advisable to limit all contact with pets. Animals, as you know, have their own minds. They can be unpredictable, and even though we may not slobber all over them, they are not always so dainty with us. This means that extra touching and wiping may be required, and then there is the extra stress put upon people with things like litter boxes, and other elimination issues.
To my mind, a cat or dog, relieves stress in most situations. They often make the very best, non-judgmental sick nurses. However, I think people must be wary if they choose to go this route. Common sense may be your best guide. You likely know your pet better than anyone else, and know whether…