QUESTION: Can my dog catch COVID?
ANSWER: There have been several reported cases of dogs, cats, and even a tiger becoming infected with COVID. They had mild symptoms and recovered quickly. There is no evidence that pets can transmit the virus to humans and it’s more likely that they can catch COVID from their humans. The CDC recommends that dogs and cats should be quarantined with the rest of the family. If someone in the home is diagnosed with COVID, take precautions to keep your cat or dog safe. If you have COVID, don’t pet or snuggle them and have them sleep in a separate room. If you live alone, wear a mask to feed or walk them.
