Find in Library
Search millions of books, articles, and more
Indexed Open Access Databases
COVID-19 in Farm Animals: Host Susceptibility and Prevention Strategies
oleh: Sachin Subedi, Sulove Koirala, Lilong Chai
Format: | Article |
---|---|
Diterbitkan: | MDPI AG 2021-02-01 |
Deskripsi
COVID-19 is caused by the virus SARS-CoV-2 that belongings to the family of Coronaviridae, which has affected multiple species and demonstrated zoonotic potential. The COVID-19 infections have been reported on farm animals (e.g., minks) and pets, which were discussed and summarized in this study. Although the damage of COVID-19 has not been reported as serious as highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) for poultry and African Swine Fever (ASF) for pigs on commercial farms so far, the transmission mechanism of COVID-19 among group animals/farms and its long-term impacts are still not clear. Prior to the marketing of efficient vaccines for livestock and animals, on-farm biosecurity measures (e.g., conventional disinfection strategies and innovated technologies) need to be considered or innovated in preventing the direct contact spread or the airborne transmission of COVID-19.