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Veterinarians are classified as an essential service during this escalated response to containing Covid-19, and will remain open. The NZ Veterinary Association says there is limited evidence companion animals can be infected with COVID-19 or that pet dogs or cats can present a source of infection to humans or other animals. NZVA chief veterinary officer Dr Helen Beattie speaks with Kathryn Ryan.
For more advice, visit the New Zealand Veterinary Association website.