ArticleAnimals : an open access journal from MDPI2021
The Impact of COVID on Cat Guardians: Veterinary Issues.
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- Family Bonds with Pets and Mental Health during COVID-19 in Australia: A Complex Picture.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2023Article
- Cat-Owner Relationship and Cat Behaviour: Effects of the COVID-19 Confinement and Implications for Feline Management.Veterinary sciences · 2022Article
- Barriers to Accessing Video-Based Telehealth Appointments at a Community Veterinary Clinic During the COVID-19 Pandemic.Frontiers in veterinary science · 2022Article
- COVID-19 associated reduction in elective spay-neuter surgeries for dogs and cats.Frontiers in veterinary science · 2022Article
- The New Status Quo: Enhancing Access to Human-Animal Interactions to Alleviate Social Isolation & Loneliness in the Time of COVID-19.Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2021Article
- The Psychosocial Influence of Companion Animals on Positive and Negative Affect during the COVID-19 Pandemic.Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2021Article
- Risk Factors Associated With Increased Ethically Challenging Situations Encountered by Veterinary Team Members During the COVID-19 Pandemic.Frontiers in veterinary science · 2021Article
- Barriers to Care in Veterinary Services: Lessons Learned From Low-Income Pet Guardians' Experiences at Private Clinics and Hospitals During COVID-19.Frontiers in veterinary science · 2021Article
- Characterizing Pet Acquisition and Retention During the COVID-19 Pandemic.Frontiers in veterinary science · 2021Article
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5 authors at 4 institutions in 1 country.
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Abstract
The onset of COVID has impacted the field of veterinary medicine and the lives of cat guardians in numerous ways, yet the subject remains largely unexplored. The purpose of this study was to better understand cat guardians' fears and concerns pertaining to veterinary care and obtainment of pet care products and food during the initial lock down phase of the COVID pandemic to better address these concerns now and in the future. To this end, an anonymous online survey was distributed to cat guardians during the first two months of the pandemic. The survey included questions pertaining to guardians' relationship with their cat and their veterinary related concerns and experiences as a result of the pandemic. Quantitative and qualitative data were collected from 956 participants. The results revealed that the increased amount of time guardians spent with their cat had a positive impact on their bond. Participants' veterinary related concerns, particularly for participants between 18-29 years of age, centered around availability of their veterinarian for both emergency and non-emergency care. Other concerns included fears about the ability to afford emergency veterinary care and obtain cat food and supplies. Awareness of these concerns can help veterinarians better support cat guardians by directly communicating their continued availability and presence in the face of a pandemic as well as other challenging times.
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