The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) jointly assessed the risk of Ebola virus transmission through contact with pets in the context of the Ebola virus disease (EVD) outbreak in West Africa. The assessment addressed three key questions: (1) the probability of a pet coming into contact with a human EVD case; (2) the probability of a pet becoming infected or contaminated with Ebola virus (EBOV) after contact with an infected human; and (3) the probability of a pet infected or contaminated with EBOV transmitting the virus to an uninfected human. The assessment focused on dogs and cats, the most common pets in Europe. In Europe, the likelihood of a pet becoming infected through contact with an infected human is considered low, as such cases are rare. However, the probability of a pet becoming infected or acting as a fomite (a surface or object that can transmit the virus) is uncertain. There is also uncertainty regarding the virus's presence in pets and the likelihood of transmission to humans. The assessment concluded that while the risk of transmission from pets is low, precautionary measures should be taken when handling pets of individuals infected with EBOV. In the absence of specific information on EBOV infection in pets, full precautionary measures should be implemented. The assessment emphasized the importance of a case-by-case approach, with joint assessments by veterinary and public health authorities. Pets that have had contact with an infected human should be isolated for at least 21 days, and testing should be conducted to confirm the absence of the virus. The assessment also highlighted the need for biosecurity measures during the transport and handling of pets, as well as the importance of sharing information to improve understanding of EBOV in pets and other domestic animals. The findings underscore the need for vigilance and preparedness in the event of EBOV exposure in pets.The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) jointly assessed the risk of Ebola virus transmission through contact with pets in the context of the Ebola virus disease (EVD) outbreak in West Africa. The assessment addressed three key questions: (1) the probability of a pet coming into contact with a human EVD case; (2) the probability of a pet becoming infected or contaminated with Ebola virus (EBOV) after contact with an infected human; and (3) the probability of a pet infected or contaminated with EBOV transmitting the virus to an uninfected human. The assessment focused on dogs and cats, the most common pets in Europe. In Europe, the likelihood of a pet becoming infected through contact with an infected human is considered low, as such cases are rare. However, the probability of a pet becoming infected or acting as a fomite (a surface or object that can transmit the virus) is uncertain. There is also uncertainty regarding the virus's presence in pets and the likelihood of transmission to humans. The assessment concluded that while the risk of transmission from pets is low, precautionary measures should be taken when handling pets of individuals infected with EBOV. In the absence of specific information on EBOV infection in pets, full precautionary measures should be implemented. The assessment emphasized the importance of a case-by-case approach, with joint assessments by veterinary and public health authorities. Pets that have had contact with an infected human should be isolated for at least 21 days, and testing should be conducted to confirm the absence of the virus. The assessment also highlighted the need for biosecurity measures during the transport and handling of pets, as well as the importance of sharing information to improve understanding of EBOV in pets and other domestic animals. The findings underscore the need for vigilance and preparedness in the event of EBOV exposure in pets.