There has been a lot of conflicting information about whether or not your pets can get COVID-19, and/or can they pass it on to humans.
Now, the first dog to have tested positive for the virus in Hong Kong has died, and this has forced the World Health Organization (WHO) to change its position on the possible infection of dogs and cats.
The dog, a 17-year-old Pomeranian, has died in Hong Kong, according to a local media report.
According to the South China Morning Post, the dog passed away earlier this week after it was returned home, following a government quarantine and a negative test. The dog, which belonged to a 60-year-old woman who recovered from COVID-19, had previously tested “weak positive” for the virus.
A spokesman for the city’s Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) told the South China Morning Post it learned of the dog’s passing on March 16. “The owner said she was not willing to [allow] an autopsy to examine the cause of death,” the spokesman added.
The dog, whose infection was discovered in February, is believed to be the first known case of human-to-animal transmission of the virus.
Prior to the dog’s death, WHO had on its FAQs on its website, “currently, there is no evidence that pets such as dogs and cats have infected humans with Covid-19.” Since the dog’s death, that section has been removed.
However, while it appears that the dog contracted the virus from its owner, the WHO still says that there is little or no evidence that the reverse is true, though further studies may bring new findings.
The organization advises pet owners who are infected or susceptible of being infected with the coronavirus to avoid close contact with their pets and have another member of the household care for the animals. If they must look after their pet, they should maintain good hygiene practices and wear a face mask if possible.
The CDC and FEMA also advise to make sure you do not forgot about your furry friends in any of your shelter-in-place or disaster preparation plans.
As of Wednesday morning, there have been more than 201,000 reported cases of COVID-19, including at least 6,500 in the U.S.
Since the dog was sent home after testing negative and the dog was 17 years old, don’t you think there is a big possibility that the dog died of old age? That is a long life for a dog and death would not be surprising it would seem.
I agree…only one dog in all the cases? Someone just wants to start some stuff and people will be doing stupid things whwn the animal sneezes, like torture and killing. Dont releasw crap luke this unless ita confirmed.
I think the same way. 17yo dogs are senior dogs and their immune system breaks down. Having bred and trained Toy Show Poodles for 15 years, from what I learned during that time, in my professional option, the Pom died from old age.
I WOULD IKE TO SEE THE PROOF OF THIS RIGHT OW I DON’T BELIEVE IT
Completely irresponsible article . At 17,its surprising the dog survived the testing. More then likely, the dog died of age related disease. I’ve rarely heard of a dog surviving beyond 16 and that is very old for a dog.
Well you can’t believe anything coming from someplace that eats their dogs. Not only that but people in Colorado have yet to hear exactly how many people have the virus and how many people have died. Governor Polis seems to think that we are drinking the Kool Aide he is proposing. He has said if we have as many as 40 or 50 people in or homes that we will get thrown in jail. I don’t know 40 or 50 people. So he can stuff that up where the Sun doesn’t shine.
I hope your article doesn’t cause people to abandon their pets. This could cause huge Disaster to millions of animals!
First 17 year old dog is most likely impossible to be alive….. average age is 12 to 14
We have been vaccinating dogs for Corona virus since the late 1980’s.
Dogs normally get a DHPPC vaccine. The C stands for Corona.
Very helpful information. Thank you
So in Colorado, if you die, less than 40 people can attend your funeral? Hope you have a small family or someone is going to be left out in the cold!! Your Governor is about as stupid as ours in Oklahoma and he’s full of Stits! He’s telling people to avoid large crowds and gatherings while he and his wife and kids are eating out in a restaurant talking about how crowed and packed it is, more than usual and going grocery shopping.
Its bad wnough on our animals out here. Stop posting stupid stuff like this!! Unless you have concrete proof.
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