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How can I ensure my horses welfare during COVID-19 restrictions?

During COVID-19 restrictions, you will need to continue to care for your horses while maintaining social distancing and minimising travel....

Last updated: August 11, 2020
What information do we have about the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 and domestic animals?

It appears that it is rare for domestic animals to become ill when naturally infected with SARS-CoV-2 and this has...

Last updated: August 7, 2020
Can I leave my home to care for animals during the COVID-19 pandemic?

It is your responsibility to protect the welfare of animals in your care at all times. You have a legal...

Last updated: August 7, 2020
Can people infect pets with the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2)?

There is some evidence that cats, dogs, hamsters and ferrets are vulnerable to being infected with SARS-CoV-2 from close contact...

Last updated: July 31, 2020
Do domestic animals spread novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19)?

There is no evidence that domestic animals can transmit the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) to people or that...

Last updated: July 31, 2020
How can I help my pet get used to people wearing masks during the COVID-19 pandemic?

The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in many changes to our lives. One of these is the increase in people wearing...

Last updated: July 27, 2020
What is animal hoarding and why is it harmful to animals?

Animal hoarding, although recognised by human and animal services, is generally poorly understood in terms of its prevalence, causes, influencing...

Last updated: July 7, 2020
How many ducks and quail are wounded due to recreational hunting?

In recreational duck and quail hunting people use a shotgun to shoot the birds; this causes inevitable pain and suffering...

Last updated: July 2, 2020
What is Ehrlichiosis?

Ehrlichiosis is a disease primarily affecting dogs that is spread by the brown dog tick. This disease can be fatal...

Last updated: June 26, 2020
How can I socialise my puppy during the COVID-19 pandemic?

There are many ways that you can make sure that your puppy has lots of different and positive experiences that...

Last updated: June 25, 2020

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