COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus Disease) Important Animal Information

The COVID-19 (novel coronavirus disease) pandemic is continually evolving in Illinois.  The best sources for general COVID-19 information are the Illinois Department of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

• Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for the most current information and recommendations on COVID-19.
• For the most up to date information for Illinois, or if you are concerned you have COVID-19 or have been exposed, visit the Illinois Department of Public Health and follow their guidance.
  

Guidance for Pet Owners

• American Veterinary Medical Association -  Provides information about positive cases in pets as well as current research.  Includes information on how to care for your pet if you have symptoms of COVID-19
  

Assistance for Pet Owners

• List of Illinois Pet Food Pantries - Printer friendly list of Illinois Pet Food Pantries                                                            **Only websites have been verified.  Call pantry phone number for information**
  
• COVID-19 Emergency Pet Preparedness.pdf -  Preparing your pet for the unexpected during the COVID-19 response.
  
• Emergency Resources for People and Pets - RedRover website with information on their relief programs for veterinary and boarding assistance for those affected by COVID-19
  

Guidance & Information for Veterinarians   

• American Veterinary Medication Association - in-depth guidance to veterinarians for protecting their team and while caring for their patients, as well as business considerations and info on disaster assistance loans.
• Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association - FAQ for pet owners with handouts, OSHA information and other general resources
  
• CDC Guidance: Evaluation for SARS-CoV-2 Testing in Animals
  
• CDC Guidance: Interim Infection Prevention and Control Guidance for Veterinary Clinics Treating Companion Animals During the COVID-19 Response
• CDC Toolkit: One Health Approach to Address Companion Animals with SARS-COV-2
  

Guidance for Animal Shelters/Caretakers 

• American Veterinary Medical Association - interim recommendations for intake of companion animals from households where humans with COVID-19 are present 
• National Animal Care and Control Association - multiple resources for animal shelters and controls regarding managing intake, reduced workforce and guidance on protecting staff
  
• CDC Guidance: Recommendations for Disaster Sheltering of Household Pets, Service Animals and Support Animals During the COVID-19 Pandemic
• CDC Toolkit: One Health Approach to Address Companion Animals with SARS-COV-2
  

Guidance for Livestock Industry

• Emergency Livestock Mortality Management - guidance and information for producers during  COVID-19 supply chain impacts
• National Pork Board - guidance for pork industry crisis plans, posters for human health and hygiene, and more
• American Association of Swine Veterinarians - guidance for swine veterinarians and producers, and industry
  

Guidance for Other Sectors

• Zoo and Aquarium All Hazards Preparedness, Response, and Recovery (ZAHP) Fusion Center 
  

 This webpage will be updated as more information becomes available. Updated 12/20/2021