We have seen quite a few stories about people surrendering their family pets because of COVID-19. Please do not surrender you babies because of the virus. Please do research at respectable sites. Here are a couple we have come across. And if you still aren't sure call a local vet.

If you have questions about COVID-19 and you pets:

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/animals.html

And have a plan for your pet

https://www.animalhumanesociety.org/news/do-you-have-covid-19-plan-your-pet