Professor University of California, Davis Davis, California, United States
Presentation Description / Summary: H5N1 clade 2.3.4.4b continues to cause illness not just in birds but also in many mammals. Cats are very susceptible, with mortality rates exceeding 80%. While there’s no evidence that cats have spread this virus to people, the possibility is a concern. Dogs seem less at risk. This talk will provide more information on bird flu in dogs and cats, why it poses a risk to people, when it should be suspected, and how to prevent it.
Learning Objectives:
Describe the role of veterinarians in educating owners about the risks of raw food diets
List the clinical signs that should raise suspicion for H5N1 infection in cats
Describe the measures that can prevent H5N1 infections in cats
Describe the differences between current strains of H5N1 influenza virus and other influenza virus strains
