Russia has registered the world’s first vaccine for animals against COVID-19. Here’s what we know about the cause of COVID-19 infection in animals and the risk that animals will spread it. (Image: News18 Creative)

Some of the first-ever infection cases in animals. (Image: News18 Creative)

On January 12, 2021 at least eight gorillas test positive for the virus at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. (Image: News18 Creative)

All countries do not maintain records of infections in animals. A look at such cases in the US shows that instances of such infections are quite rare. (Image: News18 Creative)

Researchers analysed relative potential risks faced by 410 animal species. Species such as blue-eyed black lemur and common bottlenose dolphin were found to be at high risk. (Image: News18 Creative)

According to the CDC website, this is what we know about COVID-19 infection in animals, based on studies. (Image: News18 Creative)

Here’s what we know so far. (Image: News18 Creative)

In March 2021, WHO recommends coronavirus-positive people to limit contact with pets. (Image: News18 Creative)

COVID-19 | Virus risk for animals: All you need to know

Russia has registered the world’s first vaccine for animals against COVID-19. Here’s what we know about the cause of COVID-19 infection in animals and the risk that animals will spread.