QUARANTINE TIPS FROM OUR PETS by Molly Barnes The COVID-19 pandemic has forced people around the world to put many aspects of their lives on hold, with residents in some countries, states or even localized towns and cities, under stayat-home orders. The longer the pandemic persists, the higher the risk of depression grows - especially for people who feel isolated while sheltering in place. But there's some good news for pet owners and pet sitters - pets can help ease some of the loneliness associated with quarantine. In fact, since the pandemic arrived in the USA and people were encouraged to practice social distancing, animal shelters and pet adoption agencies have seen a big boost in adoptions. This should come as no surprise. Our cuddly furballs can be the source of unlimited love. But that's not all they provide. We also can get some top-notch visual advice about getting through and surviving coronavirus isolation by watching the behaviours of our pets.
House Sitting Magazine: Issue 32 July 2020
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