COVID-19 Information and Resources
Friends –
We at Michelson Found Animals believe people and pets belong together, and so it is our mission to champion pets at every point they intersect with our society. Those intersections are usually Pets & Housing, Pets & Homelessness, or Pets & Sustainability – for each, we offer the research and/or resources necessary to help people and pets live happier and healthier lives together.
Today, we are at a new intersection: Pets & COVID-19. As the world continues to fight against this crisis, MFA is working hard to stay abreast of scientific and societal developments and their impact on pets and people. We recognize that constant news updates make it hard to know what news to trust and see an opportunity to help.
To empower pet parents, pet professionals, and our pet-friendly housing partners, we’ve gathered trustworthy updates from top health experts to answer common pet-related questions. We have created clear recommendations our communities can follow to feel safe, and be safe, through this crisis. And of course, the Found Animals Registry continues to provide seamless service.
We wish you all health and safety, and know we will come out of this together.
For the pets,
Brett Yates, Executive Director – Michelson Found Animals
COVID-19 Resources
Rental Housing Professionals
Supporting Pet Owning Residents in a Social Distancing Environment
How to Keep your Pet Safe During COVID-19
Pet Hygiene Tips During COVID-19
Resident FAQ’s about Pets and COVID-19
What To Do If a Pet-Owning Resident Becomes Ill with COVID-19
How to Safely Work With Dog Walkers During COVID-19
Owner/Operator FAQ’s about Pets and COVID-19
Creating Community with Pets While Maintaining Social Distancing
Pet Adoption and Fostering Can be Therapeutic for Residents During Social Distancing
Increase Lease Renewals with Pet Inclusive Practices
Increasing Demand by Examining Pet Policies
The Pet Effect on Resident Satisfaction
Reducing The Stress Surrounding Emotional Support Animal Requests
Relocating Renters: Nearly one in Four Have Sought a New Home Due to their Pet