COVID-19: Guidance on pets and long-term care homes

Pets can provide many benefits, especially during times of stress. However, during the COVID-19 pandemic, special consideration should be given to animals that reside in or visit long-term care homes (LTCHs), where COVID-19 may transmit more easily and people are at risk of more severe disease. This document has additional measures aimed to include pets in the management of the risks for spreading COVID-19.

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Last Updated April 17, 2026, 18:38 (UTC)
Created April 17, 2026, 18:38 (UTC)
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