Bird Flu Cases in Cats Prompt Urgent Pet Food Recalls, Sales Bans Across US, India

A significant bird flu outbreak in the U.S. has prompted recalls of raw pet food after several domestic cats tested positive for H5N1, linked to contaminated products from Wild Coast Raw. Recent cases include two cats in Oregon and two in Washington, with one cat euthanized and another undergoing treatment. In California, the first case of bird flu in a cat was recorded in San Diego County, with the infection also believed to stem from raw pet food. Health officials warn that while the risk of transmission to humans remains low, the virus can spread from infected pets, and they advise against feeding raw diets to cats. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is investigating the potential for human transmission, raising concerns about the safety of raw pet food. Pet owners are urged to monitor their animals for symptoms and practice good hygiene.