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Page 24 | Abby's Magazine | www.AbbysMag.com Coronaviruses comprise a large family of viruses. Some cause cold-like illnesses in people. Others cause illness in some animals. To date, worldwide, there have been few reports of animals, (including cats, dogs, farmed mink, large cats, gorillas, and otters in zoos, sanctuaries, and aquariums) becoming infected with the virus that causes COVID-19. Reptiles and birds have not been affected by this virus. Currently, there is no evidence to suggest that wildlife might be a source of infection for people in the United States. There are reports of the virus that causes COVID-19 spreading from infected symptomatic people to animals if they are in close contact (kissing, snuggling, petting, and sleeping in the same bed), but it is extremely rare for the animals to get serious illness. There is far less risk of animals spreading COVID-19 to people. The Best Defense Is A Great Offense Support The Pets Innate Immune System • Feed an organic balanced species appropriate diet. (Avoid kibble and highly processed foods). Visit Abby's for your pets organic food! • Offer highly filtered, structured water (not tap water or water from plastic containers). • Have your veterinarian test your pet for deficiencies in essential nutrients (vitamins, minerals and plant based fatty acids) and supplement accordingly. • Have your veterinarian test for toxicities like heavy metals (different metals require different chelation plans). • Have your veterinarian test for cancer markers and inflammation markers (early detection of illness or disease makes treatment more successful). • Minimize toxins that your pet is ingesting or having applied topically. • Reduce toxins in the home (non-organic cleaners, non- organic laundry products, petroleum based air fresheners/ candles). Use essential oils (safe for pets) to clean and disinfect the home. • Reduce exposure to EMF (WIFI, smart appliances, routers, dirty electricity). This will require testing to identify problem areas. • Minimize stress and increase joy, gratitude, and love around your pets. • Implement a strategy to support detoxification of all 6 organs of elimination (kidneys, colon, lungs, liver, skin, and lymphatics). For more detailed information on any of the above items, contact Pasco Veterinary Medical Center 813-973-2929 If someone is sick with COVID-19 (either suspected or confirmed by a test), avoid contact with pets and other animals, just like you would with people. DO NOT put a mask on a pet! Pets infected with this virus may or may not get sick. Of the pets that have gotten sick, most only had mild illness, and fully recovered. Serious illness in pets is extremely rare. Symptoms in pets mimic many more common ailments. Do not assume they have the Covid 19 virus unless there has been intimate contact with a person who is sick with it. Even then, it is rare for pets to get sick. If they do become symptomatic, it is usually mild. Symptoms may include: • Fever • Coughing • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath • Lethargy (unusual lack of energy or sluggishness) • Sneezing • Runny nose • Eye discharge • Vomiting • Diarrhea As with any disease, take precautions like isolating the sick pet, minimize contact with others, use good hygiene and contact your veterinarian, letting them know if there has been a likely COVID 19 exposure. COVID-19 Risk For Dogs, Cats & Other Animals

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