Is Your Cat at Risk of Contracting Bird Flu?
Cats are easily susceptible to the highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 strain (bird flu). Cats with the disease should be seen by a veterinarian immediately, as an infection can often result in death. Dr. Jane Sykes, a board-certified internal medicine specialist with a special interest infectious diseases recently discussed bird flu in cats with some leading media outlets. These valuable resources discuss how cats get bird flu, how to prevent your cat from getting it, the symptoms to look for, what to do if you suspect your cat has been infected, and other bird flu-related FAQs.
Bird Flu in Cats by WebMD
Your Questions About Cats and Bird Flu Risk, Answered by Mercury News
FDA Recommends Pet Food Companies Revisit Safety Plans Amid Bird Flu Outbreak by NBC News
How to Keep Your Pets Safe from Bird Flu by NPR
What to Know About Protecting Your Cat from Bird Flu by NPR
How to Keep Your Pets Safe from the Bird Flu by Rover
House Cats with Bird Flu Could Pose a Risk to Public Health by KFF Health News
How to Protect Pets and Backyard Chickens from Bird Flu by Scientific American