What Pets Are and Aren’t Used For

Pets are animals that are owned for their company and entertainment. They are not used for work or livestock. Pets are also referred to as companion animals. The term "pet" may refer to any animal that is not used as a working or laboratory animal. For example, a white-tailed deer has been found to have the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Some types of pets can be considered exotic, such as guinea pigs, pythons, or snakes. SARS-CoV-2 infections have been...