The headlines about the coronavirus outbreak are terrifying: thousands of people are sick. Face masks are out of stock. Quarantine orders are causing panic. 

The World Health Organization (WHO) declared a public health emergency. 

Then there’s chilling news the virus can spread from animals to humans.

If you’re panicking, pondering, “Is my dog at risk of getting it? Am I at risk of getting it from my pooch? Isn’t there a canine coronavirus?” 

Take a deep breath. Here’s what you need to know, read Watchdog Mary’s article in Dogster magazine.