In this first episode, Dr Zara Boland is joined by fellow clinical veterinarian, Dr Pete Wedderburn to discuss the current coronavirus pandemic and how it's affecting our interaction with our pets. Zara and Pete set the record straight on a few myths about the ability of dogs and cats to spread Covid-19 and they also offer expert advice on what to do if your pet needs veterinary treatment during this time. Plus they look at the benefits of pet ownership and share tips on how to keep our furry friends happy whilst staying home.

Links to reputable organisations offering advice for pet owners:

OIE: The World Organisation for Animal Health 

https://www.oie.int/en/scientific-expertise/specific-information-and-recommendations/questions-and-answers-on-2019novel-coronavirus/ 

DEFRA (Department for Environmental, Food & Rural Affairs), UK

http://apha.defra.gov.uk/documents/ov/Briefing-Note-1020.pdf

AVMA: The American Veterinary Medical Association

https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/animal-health-and-welfare/covid-19/covid-19-social-tools 

RCVS: The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, UK

https://animalowners.rcvs.org.uk/help-and-advice/ 

 UK Government:

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-advice-for-people-with-animals 

 BVA: British Veterinary Association

https://www.bva.co.uk/news-and-blog/news-article/bva-statement-on-pet-vaccinations-during-the-covid-19-lockdown/ 

DVM360: American Veterinary Journal

https://www.dvm360.com/view/cat-tests-positive-for-covid-19,-but-there-is-no-cause-for-panic

 Medical Detection Dogs, UK

https://www.medicaldetectiondogs.org.uk/dogs-could-join-the-fight-against-covid-19/ 

 Dogs Trust, UK

https://www.dogstrust.org.uk/news-events/blog/2019/how-to-make-your-own-snuffle-mat 

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