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    Putting the record straight on pet care

    Michele SwalesBy Michele SwalesMarch 26, 20203 Mins Read
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    Trade and welfare bodies have come together to offer authoritative advice about caring for animals and each other during the coronavirus crisis.

    The organisations joined forces to combat some of the confusing and often conflicting advice currently circulating – often via social media channels – around how to care for pets during the shutdown.

    The group has produced a series of colourful graphics giving tips and advice on looking after pets while protecting yourself, how to care for pets while social distancing or in self-isolation and how to help others look after their animals.

    Organisations who have joined forces are: the ABTC (Animal Behaviour and Training Council), ADCH (Association of Dogs and Cats Homes, Battersea, Blue Cross, BSAVA (British Small Animals Vet Association), BVA (British Vet Association) Cats Protection, Dogs Trust, PDSA (People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals, PFMA, (Pet Food Manufacturing Organisation) PIF, (Pet Industry Federation) RSPCA, Scottish SPCA, Canine and Feline Sector Group and The Kennel Club.

    They are urging pet-owners to share the easy-to-understand graphics across their networks. These will be also posted on the organisations’ websites – so owners get good, clear advice.

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    Chris Laurence, chairman of the canine and feline sector group, said: “We are concerned that rapidly changing and conflicting information was leaving pet owners confused and worried. Those of us who work with animals are concerned that this information could leave animals at risk as pets could end up abandoned by anxious families unsure if they pose a risk or how they can care for them in isolation.

    “We have come together to reassure people that there is no evidence that pets can get sick from coronavirus so not to panic or worry. We have also written some clear and simple tips about how to continue to care for them through this crisis.

    “Like many others, the animal welfare sector is facing huge strain, with reduced staffing, loss of volunteers and pressure on resources. We need to reassure owners with good advice so they can continue to look after their pets and this will help prevent rescue centres being overwhelmed at this challenging time.”

    “Pets are a big part of our families and it is important to make sure they stay happy and healthy during these difficult times. Isolation for us can mean some big changes for our pets and they won’t understand why. We hope this advice will help owners help their pets, while looking after themselves, too. “

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