Covid 19 And Pets Cdc
Because there is a small risk that people with covid 19 could spread the virus to animals cdc recommends that pet owners limit their pet s interaction with people outside their household.
Covid 19 and pets cdc. Cdc usda and state public health and animal health officials are working in some states to conduct active surveillance of sars cov 2 in pets including cats dogs and other small mammals that had contact with a person with covid 19. However since animals can spread other diseases to people it s always a good idea to practice healthy habits around pets and other animals such as washing your hands and maintaining good hygiene. Most times when cats and dogs test. Keep cats indoors when possible and do not let them roam freely outside.
Keep cats indoors when possible and do not let them roam freely outside. To date cdc has not received any reports of pets becoming sick with covid 19 in the united states. Cdc is aware of a small number of pets including dogs and cats reported to be infected with the virus that causes covid 19 mostly after close contact with people with covid 19. We don t know for sure which animals can be infected with the virus that causes covid 19.
April 22 2020 the u s. Walk dogs on a leash at least 6 feet 2 meters away from others. Currently the risk of pets spreading it to people is low. Cdc is aware of a small number of pets including dogs and cats reported to be infected with the virus that causes covid 19 mostly after close contact with people infected with covid 19.
A tiger at a zoo in new york has also tested positive for the virus. Because there is a risk that people with covid 19 could spread the virus to some animals including pets cdc recommends that pet owners limit their pet s interaction with people outside their household and people known or suspected to have covid 19. A small number of pets have tested positive for the virus that causes covid 19. If you have a service or therapy animal follow your local guidance for acceptable business and social practices.