If you’re a backyard chicken owner (and even if you’re not), you’ve likely heard about Avian Influenza (AI). Commonly referred to as bird flu, it’s a highly contagious viral disease affecting domestic ...
Barbara Kaleta was only eight when she became one of almost 1.5 million British children relocated to safety in rural communities to escape the bombing of major cities by Nazi Germany during the ...
The study provides growing evidence of the threat it poses even when cats have no direct exposure to sick dairy cows or poultry.
At least two cats in Oregon were euthanized this month after eating raw pet food contaminated with bird flu, prompting agriculture officials to issue a public health alert Friday about the products.
Two cats in Michigan were diagnosed with the bird flu, raising concerns about the virus spreading from livestock to household pets.
Can your pet get bird flu? Is it safe if your neighbor has backyard chickens? We're answering reader questions about avian influenza.
CHICAGO - Two house cats in Oregon were euthanised after testing positive for bird flu linked to their consumption of pet food made from raw chicken, state agriculture officials said on Feb 14.
Finally, pet owners should avoid handling dead birds where possible—and if essential, wear personal protective equipment, including gloves and a mask, when doing so. If coming into contact with ...
Hand Feeding a Bird in a Serene Forest Setting ...
No human cases of bird flu have been linked to handling raw pet food, but people can be infected if the virus enters their eyes, nose or mouth. Bird flu has been spreading in wild birds in the U.S ...
US Cats Euthanized After Testing Positive for Bird Flu Linked to Raw Pet Food By Tom Polansek (Reuters) - Two house cats in Oregon were euthanized after testing positive for bird flu linked to ...