Types of coronavirus in pets

“The most common strains of coronavirus that affect dogs are canine enteric coronavirus, or CECoV, and canine respiratory coronavirus, known as CRCoV, neither of which can be transmitted to humans. Survival rates of both [types of canine coronavirus] are high. Almost always, the symptoms of these two strains are mild and pets typically recover on their own,” says Jamie Richardson, DVM, medical chief of staff at Small Door Veterinary in New York City.

CRCoV or kennel cough has the same symptoms as coronavirus in humans, such as cough, fever or respiratory difficulties. So, you have to make sure that your dog is healthy and in a good condition. Therefore, you can call your veterinarian if you think that your pet is sick and it has interacted with infected people or animals.