Healthcare/Pets - Revision history

Theserpentsays at 06:10, 24 April 2020

2020-04-24T06:10:38Z

2020-04-22T20:20:43Z

‎Can my pet contract and spread COVID-19?

2020-04-22T20:19:51Z

‎What is known about other coronaviruses in cats and dogs?

2020-04-22T20:19:30Z

‎Should I get rid of my pet(s) to be sure they don't transmit the virus to my family?

2020-04-22T20:19:01Z

‎Should I get rid of my pet(s) to be sure they don't transmit the virus to my family?

2020-04-22T20:18:45Z

‎Should I get my pet tested for COVID-19?

2020-04-22T20:18:28Z

‎Can my pet contract and spread COVID-19?

2020-04-22T20:17:28Z

‎What is known about other coronaviruses in cats and dogs?

2020-04-22T20:17:05Z

2020-04-22T20:16:50Z

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 ==What is COVID-19?==
 COVID-19 is a disease caused by a new coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, that has not previously been identified. This virus is not the same coronavirus that can cause the common cold in humans, nor is it the same as canine coronavirus (CCoV) or feline coronavirus (FCoV).

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 * Based on what we know now and what is known about other coronaviruses, there is no evidence that domestic dogs or cats can be a source of COVID-19 infection to humans or other animals.
 * According to reports, a small number of pets belonging to people infected with COVID-19 have tested positive for SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, as did a tiger at New York's Bronx Zoo. However, since there is limited evidence to support risk of the virus to pets, testing pets remains unwarranted.
 * There is limited evidence that ferrets can become infected with the virus that causes human COVID-19, but no evidence that they can spread it to people.
 As a precaution, we recommend keeping ferrets and exotic pets in a safe enclosure and away from people infected with COVID-19.
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 ==Should I get my pet tested for COVID-19?==
 At this time, testing pets for SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 in humans, is unwarranted. In an abundance of caution, however, it is advised to keep pets away from infected people and to confine pets of infected people.<br/>

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 ==What is known about ''other'' coronaviruses in cats and dogs?==
 While there's still limited evidence to support risk of COVID-19 virus infection to dogs or cats, there are other coronaviruses that do impact pets, none of which are transmissible to people:
-* ===Cats:===Feline enteric coronavirus (FCoV) causes a mild or asymptomatic infection in domestic cats, and most signs are gastrointestinal-related. This widespread virus is more common in areas of higher cat numbers (catteries, shelters).
+* Cats: Feline enteric coronavirus (FCoV) causes a mild or asymptomatic infection in domestic cats, and most signs are gastrointestinal-related. This widespread virus is more common in areas of higher cat numbers (catteries, shelters).
-* ===Dogs:===Canine coronavirus disease (CCoV) is a highly infectious intestinal infection in dogs that is typically the result of crowding and unsanitary conditions. Symptoms range from mild diarrhea to severe debilitating inflammation of the small intestine.
+* Dogs: Canine coronavirus disease (CCoV) is a highly infectious intestinal infection in dogs that is typically the result of crowding and unsanitary conditions. Symptoms range from mild diarrhea to severe debilitating inflammation of the small intestine.
 ==How can I protect my pet from exposure to the COVID-19 virus?==

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 ==Should I get rid of my pet(s) to be sure they don't transmit the virus to my family?==
-* <span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);" data-mce-style="color: #ff0000;font-weight: 900;"><big>==No!!!!==</big></span>
+* <span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);font-weight: 900;" data-mce-style="color: #ff0000;"><big>No!!!!</big></span>
 Currently there is no evidence that domestic dogs and cats can be a source of infection to humans or other animals. Pet ownership can have health, emotional and social benefits, so following responsible pet keeping and hygienic practices are recommended to keep families and pets together and safe from disease.

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 ==Should I get rid of my pet(s) to be sure they don't transmit the virus to my family?==
-* <span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);" data-mce-style="color: #ff0000;"><big>==No!!!!==</big></span>
+* <span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);" data-mce-style="color: #ff0000;font-weight: 900;"><big>==No!!!!==</big></span>
 Currently there is no evidence that domestic dogs and cats can be a source of infection to humans or other animals. Pet ownership can have health, emotional and social benefits, so following responsible pet keeping and hygienic practices are recommended to keep families and pets together and safe from disease.
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 ==Is there a COVID-19 vaccine for cats and dogs?==
 * There is no COVID-19 vaccine for pets at this time. The vaccine for canine coronavirus is not effective against the virus that causes COVID-19.

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 As a precaution, we recommend keeping ferrets and exotic pets in a safe enclosure and away from people infected with COVID-19.
-==Should I get my pet tested for COVID-19?==At this time, testing pets for SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 in humans, is unwarranted. In an abundance of caution, however, it is advised to keep pets away from infected people and to confine pets of infected people.
+==Should I get my pet tested for COVID-19?==
-<span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);" data-mce-style="background-color: #ffff00;">==Currently, there is NO evidence of an increased risk of virus transmission from exposed pets to people.==</span>
+At this time, testing pets for SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 in humans, is unwarranted. In an abundance of caution, however, it is advised to keep pets away from infected people and to confine pets of infected people.
 As our understanding of the role of virus transmission from exposed dogs and cats advances, our recommendations for routine testing will be adjusted as necessary.

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 ==What is COVID-19?==COVID-19 is a disease caused by a new coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, that has not previously been identified. This virus is not the same coronavirus that can cause the common cold in humans, nor is it the same as canine coronavirus (CCoV) or feline coronavirus (FCoV).
 * Coronaviruses are a family of viruses characterized by crown-like spikes on their surface as seen under the microscope.
 There are many viruses in this family that cause various types of diseases, with symptoms such as diarrhea and upper respiratory infections.