New type of coronavirus originating in dogs, was first detected between 2017-2018: StudyIt also contained a genetic deletion, or mutation, that was not found in any known canine coronaviruses.
21 May, 2021, 06.08 PM IST
Russia registers world's first COVID-19 vaccine for animals: WatchdogRussia already has three coronavirus vaccines for humans, the most well known of which is Sputnik V. Moscow has also given emergency approv...
31 Mar, 2021, 12.00 PM IST
New study claims that drug used to treat coronavirus in cats may be effective against CovidA protease inhibitor works by interfering with the virus' ability to replicate, and ending it.
22 Sep, 2020, 02.00 PM IST
Believe it or not, more cats are contracting coronavirusCovid antibodies present in 15 of the blood samples taken from the felines.
10 Sep, 2020, 03.17 PM IST
A coronavirus walk on the wild side: How Covid-19 has led to a global enthusiasm for the animal kingdomThe wheel of karmic consequence is turning.
23 May, 2020, 09.58 AM IST
CAT 2019 final shortlist to be declared May 8 onwardsIn 2019, the number of people who registered for the test and the number of people who appeared for the test was the highest in ten years. ...
06 May, 2020, 06.01 PM IST
Two NY cats are the first pets in the US to test positive for coronavirusThe cats, from different parts of the state, are showing only mild symptoms and are expected to be fine.
23 Apr, 2020, 10.55 AM IST
Two New York cats become first US pets to test positive for COVID-19The cats, from separate areas of New York state, had mild respiratory illness and are expected to make a full recovery. It is believed that...
23 Apr, 2020, 09.28 AM IST
Of curbs, cats, curses courtesy coronavirusThanks to pets, tantrums and fake news, the court is more in session than ever.
17 Apr, 2020, 08.47 AM IST
Wildlife samples to be tested for coronavirus soonAmid growing concern over transmission of coronavirus in wildlife animals and pets, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), amo...
10 Apr, 2020, 06.04 PM IST
In a first, Bronx zoo tiger 'Nadia' tests positive for Covid-19, develops dry cough, loss of appetiteThe Bronx zoo said preventative measures were in place for caretakers as well as all cats in the city's zoos.
07 Apr, 2020, 09.59 AM IST
Zoos asked to remain on high alert; collect samples for COVID-19 testingThe Central Zoo Authority on Monday asked all zoos across the country to remain on high alert and collect samples fortnightly in suspected ...
06 Apr, 2020, 01.04 PM IST
Shenzhen becomes first Chinese city to ban sale, consumption of dog and cat meatThe ban also covers exotic animals like snake, frog and turtle meat.
02 Apr, 2020, 05.30 PM IST
China's Shenzhen bans the eating of cats and dogs after coronavirusScientists suspect the coronavirus passed to humans from animals. Some of the earliest infections were found in people who had exposure to ...
02 Apr, 2020, 11.06 AM IST
Better safe than sorry: French experts urge people to wash hands after stroking petsThey said that the risk of catching coronavirus from animals "cannot be ruled out".
27 Mar, 2020, 06.13 PM IST
Mythbuster: Can cats and dogs spread coronavirus? The answer is not that simpleWhile they cannot spread the virus, they can still test positive for it.
05 Mar, 2020, 04.09 PM IST
Cat in Chennai may be deported to China due to coronavirus fearsA stowaway cat, which arrived in a container from China more than 20 days ago, has been held at the Chennai port and is now facing deportat...
03 Mar, 2020, 09.38 PM IST