NSPCA warns residence on misinformation regarding Covid-19 in animals
They would also like to remind the public that while they are taking care of themselves, to remember their animals (domestic, farm, captive wild animals) at this time too, to ensure that there is adequate provision of the necessary resources for survival.
The National Council of SPCAs (NSPCA) would like to assure the public that there is no evidence that Covid-19 can be transmitted from domestic animals to humans.
In light of recent information received by the NSPCA that certain entities are spreading misinformation regarding animals and the Covid-19 virus, the NSPCA cautions the public to not rely on the news spread by entities that are not directly involved in the study of the Covid-19 virus.
It has come to light that misinformation relating to the Covid-19 virus is being circulated implying that domestic animals are the source of transmission. According to the NSPCA this is simply not true.
“It is unclear whether or not this virus is transmittable from wild animals to humans, and therefore we continue to strongly discourage interactions with wild animals – not only for ethical reasons, but now for health reasons too,” they said
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According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) there is no evidence that a dog, cat or any pet can transmit Covid-19.
Covid-19 is mainly spread through droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or speaks.
The public can research information thoroughly from reliable sources such as WHO (https://www.who.int/) – this website is kept current and is factual.
The NSPCA would also like to remind the public that if you cannot afford to take care of your pet, to rather surrender it to your local SPCA as opposed to abandoning, dumping, or discarding it.
