Dogs must be delighted, and cats presumably less so, that some owners are able to spend more time with them than ever before.
In response to these strange times we asked you to send us pictures of your furry friends in lockdown.
Some have opted to sunbathe in the garden, while others have buddied up to get up to no good.
Do you have a favourite picture of these pets in lockdown across Portsmouth and the surrounding areas?
You can send your pet lockdown pictures to [email protected] or to our Facebook inbox. Please tell us their names and where they’re from.
5. A fluffy hello
Nikki Appleton from Stamshaw, sent in this picture of her Cocker Spaniel, Dottie. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Nikki Appleton
6. Bad hair day?
Another of Nicki's dogs, Lola, looks a little rugged duting lockdown. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Nikki Appleton
7. Catcat the cat
Mary Scobell, from Fareham, sent in this picture of her cat called Catcat, who looks sick of lockdown. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Mary Scobell
8. No giraffes were injured in the taking of this photo
Mandy Edney, from Portsmouth, sent in this picture of her dog Reggie playing with his toy during lockdown. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Mandy Edney