Cats And Coronavirus Bbc News

Pet cats could soon be tested for coronavirus.

Cats and coronavirus bbc news. Some owners advised to keep cats inside during coronavirus crisis The British Veterinary Association says evidence suggests cats may be able to catch the virus from other cats. Its still not clear how many dogs and cats have been infected with Covid-19 although the rates may be similar to those of. Cats have a similar vulnerability to coronavirus as humans.

A six-week-old kitten is being cared for by the RSPCA after being found trapped inside the chassis of a car. The headline of the article suggested that veterinary advice was to keep all cats indoors but BVA has explained this advice is only in relation to cats in infected households or where people are self-isolating. But current evidence suggests cats may be able to catch the virus from other cats.

Pet dogs and cats are reportedly being thrown from apartment blocks in China following a rumour the animals spread the coronavirus. The BBC ran an article on Wednesday with guidance from the British Veterinary Association BVA about the ability of cats to spread the coronavirus which has caused some confusion. At owners should keep their pets indoors and avoid hugging them to mitigate the spread of coronavirus veterinary scientists have said.

In March 2020 it was reported that just two cats had tested positive for the new coronavirus. The Kent coronavirus variant may be linked to heart problems in cats and dogs a preliminary scientific study has suggested. The British Veterinary Association has clarified its position in light of a report on the BBC news website relating to cats and coronavirus.

Cats and dogs may need their own Covid vaccine scientists suggest. Cat owners fear they will catch coronavirus from their pets with some asking for them to be rehomed an animal charity has said. As for cats ABC News explains that theyre also in the cant pass on the virus camp though they can also test positive for low levels of coronavirus courtesy of their owners.

Dr Angel Almendros from City University in Hong Kong told BBC News. A hairdresser called the animal charity on Monday after hearing frightened meows coming. Veterinary scientists have recommended cat owners keep their pets indoors to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus among animals.