At least 2 domestic cats from separate households die from bird flu, others infected
Officials in Oregon and in Washington State determined that the illness stemmed from contaminated lots of raw pet food produced by Wild Coast Raw in Olympia, WA. Both cats were humanely euthanized due to the severity of illness, the press release stated.
Raw pet food is recalled and warnings issued in two states after cats die of bird flu
Pet owners cautioned after tests confirm Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in two cats living in different households.
House cats with bird flu could pose a risk to public health
“Companion animals, and especially cats, are 100% a public health risk in terms of the risk of zoonotic transmission to people,” said virologist Angela Rasmussen, who studies disease progression in emerging viruses at the University of Saskatchewan’s Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization.
3 more Portland-area cats test positive for bird flu as infections spread
At least four Oregon cats have been euthanized in the past two months after developing severe symptoms from bird flu.
Two Multnomah County cats euthanized after being infected with bird flu
Two Multnomah County house cats have been euthanized after being infected by a strong case of the avian flu.The Oregon Department of Agriculture confirmed that
Bird Flu Cases in Household Cats Spark Raw Pet Food Warning
Washington and Oregon warn of bird flu risk in raw pet food after indoor cats fall ill, leading to euthanasia and product testing.
What bird flu could mean for your cat
"Cats appear to be particularly susceptible to severe illness, often resulting in death," the AVMA said in a statement.
Your Pet Feline May Carry Bird Flu, Here's What You Need To Know
The thought of cuddling your pet cat after a long day may offer comfort, but what if that same feline could unknowingly harbour a dangerous virus? Recent research has raised concerns that our beloved domestic cats might serve as carriers of the H5N1 bird flu virus,
Scientists Warn Bird Flu May Spread Between Humans and Cats
New data suggest that cats can get bird flu from people. The infected cats were owned by dairy workers. Doctors say it’s possible to get bird flu from pets, but unlikely to be an issue for most Americans.
Colorado veterinarians warn owners to take precautions after multiple cats contract bird flu
Veterinarians are warning pet owners to stay away from raw pet food. It comes after 14 in cats in Colorado contracted bird flu.
Stray Cats Nationwide Are at Risk for Bird Flu, Experts Say Humans May Be Next
Given the number of cats in the U.S. and the close contact with people, there is definitely a need to understand the potential risk,” said Dr. Diego Diel
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