Date uploaded: 2022-08-16 22:43:47

Are your four-legged companions at risk for monkeypox? As U.S. health officials struggle to contain the monkeypox outbreak, researchers discovered it’s possible after identifying a case of monkeypox in a dog in Paris, France, according to a study published in The Lancet last week. Study authors suggest the dog may have gotten infected while sharing a bed with its owners. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says monkeypox can spread by touching fabrics like bedding. Swipe ➡ for everything experts want you to know to keep your canine or feline friend safe. Visit the link in our bio for even more information.