Why quarantine a dog

Humans are not the only ones attuned to the widespread societal shifts brought by the pandemic. For the most anxious pets, another sudden rewrite of their routines could just fuel those bouts of whining at the bathroom door. Michael Waters is a writer covering the oddities of politics and economics.

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Reddit Pocket Flipboard Email. Courtesy of Theo Savini. Now Catia would rather stay indoors. Courtesy of Ramona Misilei. It's for your protection. It's about rabies. Whoever was bitten can die from rabies, and it's a painful death. Now, the authorities could force the victim to get rabies shots, but those shots are painful and cost a lot. Rather than do that, the procedure is to hold the dog for 10 days to see whether he dies from rabies.

If he doesn't, you get him back. Veterinarians know dogs and cats very well, and they may be able to see potential issues that could arise that you may not. Your pet will get a thorough exam and recommendations for continued health and well-being. Schedule your appointment today! You probably never imagined that you would be concerned about putting your pet in quarantine. Each day you take steps to keep your family safe. As your pet is a member of your family, he deserves the same level of care and concern.

Depending on your circumstances, that might mean putting your pet in quarantine in an isolated area in your home. In most cases, it just means paying attention and taking basic safety precautions. This usually happens when pets and infected humans engage in close behaviors such as snuggling, kissing, or sharing the same bed. One of the issues with potential pet exposure is that humans become contagious before they show symptoms. The CDC has found little evidence that pets generate a similar risk for humans.