New Coronary Pneumonia｜The owners of 2 mixed shorthair cats who tested positive for the virus were close contacts of the confirmed cases

The epidemic situation in Hong Kong is severe. The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department announced today (4th) that two cats handed over to the department tested positive for the new coronavirus, but the cats did not have any symptoms related to the new coronary pneumonia.

The authorities pointed out that the case involved five mixed-breed shorthair cats living in Sheung Shui. As their owners were close contacts of the confirmed cases, the cats were sent to the AFCD for quarantine today.

▼On February 4th, the inspection of Xingping Building, Taixing Village, Tuen Mun was extended for one day▼

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The other 3 shorthair cats in the same house are not diagnosed

The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department said that the department took samples from the five cats concerned for testing for the new coronavirus. The results showed that the samples taken from two of the cats were positive for the virus, but the cats did not have any symptoms. The department emphasized that it will Continue to conduct close monitoring and follow-up testing for the batch of cats.

However, the department pointed out that the owner of the cat concerned is a close contact of the confirmed case, and it is believed that there is no confirmed case at this time.

AFCD: Under no circumstances should pets be abandoned

The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department reminds pet owners to maintain good hygiene habits, including washing hands before and after contact with animals or their food and items, and avoiding kissing animals; and maintaining a clean and hygienic home environment.

Those who are unwell should avoid contact with animals.

If you notice a change in your pet's health, you should seek the advice of your veterinarian as soon as possible.

The department emphasized that pet owners should always maintain good hygiene habits; under any circumstances, they should not abandon their pets.

In addition, as of today, samples from 9 dogs and 10 cats have tested positive for the new crown.

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