Pets in the Pandemic

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4.2 • 726 Ratings

🗓️ 26 February 2021

⏱️ 55 minutes

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Many found having a pet to be a lifesaver during the pandemic. As pet adoptions skyrocketed, dogs, cats and other pets became hard to find. One animal adoption agency recorded a 900% increase in requests to foster a dog in the early days of the pandemic. And on the other end of the spectrum, the American Humane Society estimates that up to 10 million pets may be surrendered because of the economic strain on owners during the pandemic. With owners staying home 24/7, it seemed like a perfect world for our pets. But was it? And now that the world is slowly reopening, what will life be like for the pets we leave at home? We’ll examine the pandemic’s impact on our pets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1:02.2	This hour on forum, the popularity of pets in the age of COVID-19.
1:07.3	Working at home, social distancing, missing friends, family, and coworkers, many people are adopting pets during the pandemic.
1:14.6	It's been the best and in some ways the worst of times for dogs and cats.
1:18.6	We'll hear how having your owner home all the time is affecting our furry friends.
1:23.6	It's not all belly rubs and treats.
1:25.6	We'll hear how the pandemic can be stressful for animals too
1:29.2	and how to make the most of it for all concerned.
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