The latest report showed that two cats tested positive for H5N1 strain of bird flu or avian flu in South Korea. The cat shelter was put under quarantine.
The reports noted the unusual detection of the bird flu in South Korea, as two cats became infected with the avian flu. Authorities are on alert to the possible spread of the virus to animals.
The website of World Health Organization (WHO) reported the impact of bird flu on birds and poultry. The WHO is now on alert for a potential surge of outbreaks among mammals.
The WHO warned that the bird flu infection could likely pose harm to humans. The agency has been monitoring the potential risks to humans.
Nature World News (NWN) and Associated Press (AP) recently reported that dozens of cats tested positive for H5N1 bird flu in Poland.
The report added that authorities would investigate the unusual infection and bird flu.
Scientists were concerned about the possible disease mutation of bird flu, as it can infect other animal species.
Cat owners should monitor the emergence of bird flu in their area. Keeping your pets at home will help prevent potential infection.
In addition, cats love to be around, so they can likely contract the contagious bird flu. Monitoring them for signs of bird flu is essential.
Bird flu infection in cats in South Korea
Seoul. A recent report showed two cats tested positive for bird flu in South Korea, putting the cat shelter under monitoring and quarantine.
Based on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), avian influenza is also known as bird flu. The virus can infect birds and other animals.
In the Reuters and Newsweek reports, thr cat shelter facility in South Korea is under quarantine to check if the other feline residents have contracted the disease and to avoid them from spreading it to other animals and possibly to humans.
The South Korean ministry explained that the country's bird flu infection in cats was unusual.
Meanwhile, no cases of human infection were reported in the country.
The authorities have been monitoring the cat shelter where the H5N1 strain was detected. People in closer contact will be under monitoring for ten days.
More facts about bird flu infection
Homeowners should take note of the symptoms of bird flu because it can spread quickly, especially for your pets.
CDC explained that birds with the H5N1 strain can quickly infect other birds and animal species in close contact, saliva or feces.
Some of the common symptoms of the bird flu virus are the following:
- Cough, sore throat, headaches
- Tiredness and fever
- Vomiting and seizures
Furthermore, humans can also contract the virus from infected poultry.
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Keep your pets safe from bird flu
While pets are naturally playful, homeowners should protect them from potential infection by the contagious bird flu.
- They should not let their pets stray around.
- Stay updated with the current bird flu reports in your communities.
- Limit outdoor activities
- If your pets show weakness, bringing them to the nearest veterinary clinic is best.
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Did you know?
Recently, NWN and The Telegraph reported at least 300,000 cats in Cyprus have died from feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) since January. Cyprus has a popular spot known as the Island of Cats.
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