by The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) sounds alarms for parents of pets after “at least two” cats have been associated with the bird flu in the state, and that is just the beginning.
The WSDA shared a press release from press release, which warns that his continuous research into food for pets and the spread of bird flu in and around the state has established that more cats are linked and it requires parents of pets to be vigilant. This is what you need to know.
According to the press release, the WSDA has established that “at least two domestic, indoor cats in the provinces of King and Snohomish in Washington are infected with very pathogenic Aviaire flu (HPAI)” which is also known as “bird flu” and “more cats that are tested”.
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Which cat food is included in the alert?
The notification, which was placed on the WSDA website on 26 February 2025, shares that the Cat Food Company Wild Raw Pet Food Cost Raw Food, was linked to the two inland, inner cats that were identified as infected with the bird flu in Washington.
According to the notification, the two identified cats tested positively on having bird flu through laboratory results on 24 February 2025. The WSDA was informed of the results on 25 February 2025. “One of the cats was euthanased because of the seriousness of the disease,” said the notification. “The second cat is treated by a veterinarian.”
The potentially contaminated wild coast raw -house animal food was linked earlier this month to serious disease in cats in Oregon.
According to the warning, the potential contamination that was linked to bird flu in cats is because all identified cats have eaten the same food, the Wild Coast LLC Bobe Range formula.
This includes lots #22660 and #22664 with a “best by date” of 12/2025, according to the WSDA Media Knowledge. The agency is encouraging that parents of pets check their cat food stock at home for these party numbers and best throw it away on dates and safely.
What are the symptoms of bird flu in cats?
According to the WSDA, there are common signs of bird flu infection in cats “lethargy, low appetite, fever, hypothermia, progression from disease to pneumonia, progression from disease to neurological abnormalities and infection of the upper respiratory tract.”
What should you do if your cat is sick?
If your cat shows drawing of potentially contracted bird flu, the WSDA notes that they “can be isolated to prevent the possible spread to other animals”, and you must report your worries to your cat’s vet.
“Inform the veterinary clinic before you arrive, so that the veterinary team can prepare to tackle the cat in a way that reduces the risk of transfer to veterinary staff, other customers and other animals,” Wsda warned.
Can people get the bird flu?
The agency says that bird flu has the potential to spread to people, but to date there is no indication that happened in these cases. “The currently circulating tension of [bird flu] is considered a low risk for the public, “however, they notice,” there is a greater risk for those who handle infected raw food products for pets or that ensure infected animals. “
Infection for people can be done by using contaminated food for pets or touching contaminated surfaces. “Caretakers must wear a well -fitting face mask and practice good hand hygiene when taking care of infected animals,” Suggers Wsda, adding that people exposed to animals with bird flu for ten days after the last exposure are followed by public health.
Symptoms of Vogelfu In humans, fatigue, headache, body pain, fever, nausea, cough, sore throat and eye can be redness or irritation. Parents of pets “who show these signs must contact their care providers.”
The WSDA notes that it will continue to follow the situation and does not currently recommend “to feed raw pets food or raw milk to animals.”
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