The indirect impact of COVID-19 on the life of animals

Rana, Mansi; Rouse, Ros; Craig, Tim J.; Macdonald, Heather; Hancock, John T.

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic is an ongoing major health crisis that is the result of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. The virus was first identified in Wuhan, China during December 2019; many patients were initially reported with pneumonia and later the cause was found to be a coronavirus, and soon it was spreading across the world. As of March 2022, the virus had reached 220 countries and had caused 6 million deaths worldwide. There are many impacts that COVID-19 has had directly and indirectly on humans. There are direct effects on animals too, with many testing positive for the virus. However, many indirect effects of COVID-19 on animals have been overlooked. Such indirect effects include euthanasia, abandonment, entanglement in PPE, and reduced funding for animal welfare projects. With the knowledge and experience gained from the COVID-19 pandemic it is hoped that lessons can be learnt so animal welfare is better managed for any future viral outbreaks.

• Digital Artefact Type: Website Content
• Publication Date: Sep 28, 2022
• Deposit Date: Sep 28, 2022
• Keywords: COVID-19, COVID-19 impacts, COVID-19 pandemic, Animals
• Public URL: https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/10013293
• Additional Information: https://awrn.co.uk/2022/09/28/the-indirect-impact-of-covid-19-on-the-life-of-animals/; Published, not refereed.