One Health

A small group of big cats in New York appears to have been infected with the novel coronavirus by an asymptomatic zoo employee. Here’s what happened—and what it means for cat owners.

A symptomatic cat in Belgium has tested positive for the novel coronavirus, but experts reiterate that there is no proof that animals can transmit the disease.

Using One Health as a driving philosophy, leadership from the Association for Animal Welfare Advancement, WSAVA, shelter medicine, and MightyVet are participating in the webinar, which will address considerations for those impacted by COVID-19 who care for pets.

The dog has shown no clinical signs of the disease but is under quarantine in a government animal housing facility.

Aimed at both veterinarians and physicians, this free program aims to foster the practice of One Health concepts related to the human-companion animal bond.

The advisory document provides veterinarians with answers to questions they may receive from clients about this potentially deadly viral infection.

Modern medicine has reshaped our world. We think the next revolution could be in recognizing the interdependence of all species and all life, and creating a new dual-degree to educate the leaders of that field for the future.