CDC Information Regarding COVID-19 & Pets
The CDC has an entire page devoted to COVID-19 and pet-related information and questions.
Can Ticks or Mosquitos Spread the Virus That Causes COVID-19?
At this time, the CDC has no data to suggest that this new coronavirus or other similar coronaviruses are spread by mosquitoes or ticks. The main way that COVID-19 spreads is from person to person. See How Coronavirus Spreads for more information.
Dog Tested Positive for COVID-19 Has Died. This DOES NOT Mean the Virus Can Infect & Kill Your Pets.
Important Information Veterinary Clinics Should Follow from the PA Department of Health
While this virus seems to have emerged from an animal source, it is now spreading from person-to-person. At this time, there is no evidence that companion animals, including pets, can spread COVID-19. However, since animals can spread other diseases to people, it is always a good idea to wash your hands and use appropriate hygiene […]
Should I Take My Pet to the Vet During This Pandemic?
Important Message Regarding COVID-19
Gain practical advice on managing your clinics through this public health emergency. Many PVMA members are calling us for practical advice on managing their clinics through this public health emergency, especially in areas such as Montgomery County, where the Governor has recommended the closing of all non-essential businesses. While each situation is unique, here are […]
How Can Veterinarians Best Deal With the Situation That’s Developing With COVID-19?
Dr. Gail Golab, Chief Veterinary Officer of the AVMA, hopped on a quick call with Not One More Vet to talk about Coronavirus and how veterinarians can best deal with the situation that’s developing with COVID-19.
COVID-19 and Your Pet – Penn Vet Tips
Get facts and tips to keep regarding COVID-19 and your pets. These tips were developed by our microbiology experts: Doctors Shelley Rankin, Professor of Microbiology and Stephen Cole, Assistant Professor of Clinical Microbiology.
Can My Pet Get Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
The new Coronavirus (COVID-19) that has been rapidly traveling the globe has been reported in Pennsylvania as infecting a few people. There has also been a report out of Hong Kong that a dog, that was owned by an infected person, tested a weak positive for the virus. This has raised concern among the pet-owning […]
Can My Pet Get Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
The new Coronavirus (COVID-19) that has been rapidly traveling the globe has been reported in Pennsylvania as infecting a few people. There has also been a report out of Hong Kong that a dog, that was owned by an infected person, tested a weak positive for the virus. This has raised concern among the pet-owning […]
