IMPACTOS DA PANDEMIA DE COVID – 19 SOBRE A ALIMENTAÇÃO NATURAL DEANIMAIS DE ESTIMAÇÃO

Abstract

With the Covid-19 pandemic there were numerous changes in habits such as food, routine, work, leisure, and among other activities of the people. These changes have affected not only the physical and mental health of guardians, but also the life of pets. This scenario put the importance of the feeding and health of pets on the table, causing the administration of natural feeding to be much sought, discussed, and questioned. The objective was to conduct a survey on the main reasons and challenges of adopting a natural feed for pets, highlighting the role of the zootechnic in balancing diets and guidance to guardians. Many people have adopted this style of feeding for their pets in search of a healthier and more nutritious diet. However, despite the numerous benefits that natural feeding provides, when applied without the supervision of a qualified professional, it can bring numerous harm to the health of pets such as lack or excess of nutrients, vomiting, diarrhea, food poisoning, and even death. Similarly, conventional feeding has its positive and negative points, not dispensing the supervision of the professional. Finally, the importance of zootechnicians in the implementation of nutritional diets for pets and the need for greater visibility and recognition by these professionals is highlighted. Further studies are needed for a better understanding of the topic addressed and awareness that natural feeding can be a great nutritional resource for pets, provided it is properly prescribed by a professional specialist in the area.