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FDA Warns: H5N1 Bird Flu Linked to Pet Food

1/22/2025

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The FDA is taking action as H5N1 bird flu cases tied to raw pet food have led to the illness and deaths of over a dozen cats across California, Colorado, Oregon, and Washington. Meanwhile, the USDA has reported new poultry outbreaks in eight states, including Georgia, prompting the introduction of stricter safety measures for raw pet food to safeguard our furry friends.

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The FDA is taking action as H5N1 bird flu cases tied to raw pet food have led to the illness and deaths of over a dozen cats across California, Colorado, Oregon, and Washington. Meanwhile, the USDA has reported new poultry outbreaks in eight states, including Georgia, prompting the introduction of stricter safety measures for raw pet food to safeguard our furry friends.