The biggest pet shop in Frome is offering to deliver food and pet supplies to your door all the local postcodes, including the local villages, for free with a minimum £20 spend.

Frome- based Not Just Pets has advertised the service for anyone who may have to self isolate and will take orders over the phone.

They stock quality pet foods, pet bedding and pet accessories, and can be contacted via their Facebook Page or directly and can take payments over the phone.

Meanwhile the RSPCA has offered up advice on how pet owners will care for their animals if they need to stay at home with suspected symptoms of coronavirus.

As a result of the current advice the Government has said that people can go out for a walk if they stay two metres away from people.

RSPCA animal welfare expert, Dr Samantha Gaines, said: "There's no evidence to suggest that pets can be carriers of coronavirus or can become ill from it themselves. We would urge pet owners not to panic and to not abandon their pets.

"The latest 'social distancing' advice does not have a huge impact on pet owners, but dog walkers do need to follow Government advice and keep two meters away from others while they are out for a stroll."

Social distancing tips for keeping your pets and family safe:

Always adopt good hygiene practises and thoroughly wash your hands after interacting with your pets, such as rabbits, rodents, birds and reptiles. 

Avoid being kissed or licked and sharing food with your pet. 

Ensure you have supplies of pet food and medication in case of you need to stay at home.

Enjoy dog walks but keep two meters away from other people

Speak to your vet or doctor for more advice. 

Stay at home advice

The charity encouraged pet owners to think about how they can care for their animals if they need to 'stay at home' if they or a member of the household show symptoms of the virus.

Sam added: "As well as the good hygiene measures, pet owners should try and ensure you have supplies of pet food and medication if you need to 'stay at home' and speak to your vet or doctor for more advice.

"If you own a horse or livestock and keep them on land that is not based at your address, arrange for a friend to care for them until you're able to return to normal. If possible, arrange for another person to care for your pet (you could consider using a dog walker or home boarder).

Additional guidance for people staying at home with suspected coronavirus

Limit contact with pets and other animals while you are sick 

Do not go on dog walks, instead exercise your dog in the garden or ask a friend or relative to help. A dog walker or boarder may also be able to help.

Ask friends to care for livestock and horses

If you feel unwell ask friends or a boarder to take your pets to be looked after

If you have any concerns about your pet or your pet shows signs of ill health, please do not visit the vet but phone for advice. As you will be unable to take your pet to the vet yourself, have a plan so that someone else can do this on your behalf.

Sam added: "It's so heartening to see people rallying round to support each other at these difficult times, we'd encourage anyone who needs help to ask for it, from friends, neighbours and charities.

"One positive to come out of this is people will be working from home and spending extra time with their pets which is a great opportunity to try some new games."

Tips for keeping dogs happy:

Mental stimulation is a great way to keep your dog entertained and occupied so you can keep your dog happy by replacing exercise with other activities until you are able to take them back out for their usual walks. 

Play, play, play! Most dogs love to play so set aside some time to have a good game of fetch or tug with your pooch. 

Learning a new trick or command is great mental stimulation for a dog. Get out their favourite treats and try teaching Fido how to wave his paw, 'sit', 'lie down', or 'roll-over'.

Get him sniffing - scent work can be a great way to keep them busy for ages! Hide treats around the garden or around the house and send them off in search of them. If you feed your dog kibble this can be a great way to serve them their meals!

Remember toilet breaks - remember your dog will still need to go outside to use the toilet so make sure they get regular access to the garden to potter, sniff and wee.

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