(Yicai Global) May 18 -- The 18 pets temporarily homed in Shanghai’s first makeshift hospital for animals were all discharged yesterday. Escorted by community volunteers, the furry friends were returned home to be with their owners.

Located in Shanghai’s Huangpu district, the facility has two rooms mainly for pets belonging to people and their close contacts who test positive for Covid-19.

Volunteer professionals take turns to take care of the animals 24 hours a day, so their owners do not need to worry about them.

A Husky dog stares out from a hole in the door, impatient to be reunited with its owner.

Vans are used to ferry the 18 animals home safely.

A dog gets a tickle before leaving.

One of the volunteers prepares a kitty litter tray.

Editor: Peter Thomas