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Protecting Your Pets From H5N1

Protecting Your Pets From H5N1 Infographic

  1. The avian influenza H5N1 virus can survive in raw pet foods or raw milk from infected cows. So, feeding these diets can put your pet at risk of avian influenza H5N1.
  2. Keeping pets away from birds, especially those that are sick, can reduce the risk of avian influenza H5N1 in your pets.
  3. Keeping pets away from livestock and poultry that are suspected of having avian influenza flu H5N1 is important to reduce the risk of infection.
  4. If you have worked with livestock or poultry infected with avian influenza H5N1, ensure you wash your hands and change your clothing before entering the house, in case the virus is present on your hands or clothing.
  5. Keep pets up to date on vaccinations to prevent the development of other diseases that may resemble avian influenza H5N1.

Talk with a veterinarian if you have concerns about your pet’s health.