Cats getting Bird Flu from Food?
Unfortunately our dogs and cats could get the Avian Flu (H5N1), and there have since been published links to Pet Food and the Bird Flu.
This is rare, and your pets are much more likely to get less serious viral diseases… such as Kennel Cough, or the Cat Flu.
If this ever happens, then you should consider a natural antiviral. This same supplement is considered a very effective holistic antihistamine, and has been very helpful for many of our pets with allergies.
It’s the bioflavonoid found in apple and red onion: Quercetin. We now have a Plant sourced natural flower extract which is getting some wonderful reviews.
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Cat Fatalities Linked to Avian Influenza in Contaminated Pet Food
A tragic incident in South Korea has raised alarms worldwide about the safety of pet food. A cat died after consuming food contaminated with the H5N1 strain of avian influenza at a shelter in Seoul’s Gwanak district.
Outbreak Details:
- South Korea: The Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs discovered the H5N1 strain in two types of cat food, Balanced Duck and Balanced Chicken, manufactured by Nature’s Raw. The incident led to several more cases of the disease in cats at two shelters.
- Poland: An alarming number of cats died under similar circumstances. Out of 47 samples from cats, 25 tested positive for H5N1 avian influenza. Symptoms included labored breathing, bloody diarrhea, and severe neurological signs. A total of 14 cats were euthanized due to the severity of their condition.
Dr. Jones explains that the source of the contamination is likely chickens that had died from avian flu, which were then used in the production of pet food. This chain of events demonstrates how diseases can be transmitted from livestock to domestic pets through improper food handling and regulations.
Regulatory Oversight Failures:
- FDA’s Stance: The FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) has been criticized for not adhering to federal laws that prohibit the use of diseased animals in pet food. Despite evidence suggesting a risk, the FDA maintains that the use of such animals does not pose a safety concern, a stance unsupported by scientific proof.
- Global Issue: Similar practices are noted globally, where diseased and non-slaughtered animals are used in pet food production without adequate inspections, leading to widespread health risks for pets.
Call to Action
To prevent such health crises in North America, it is crucial that the FDA adheres to federal laws mandating the use of only inspected and approved animals in pet and animal food production. This would safeguard pets from diseases like avian influenza transmitted through contaminated food.
Given the potential risks, pet owners are advised to be vigilant about the sources of their pet’s food. Additionally, Dr. Jones recommends his Ultimate Bioactive Quercetin for Dogs and Cats, a supplement that may help pets with viral infections and other health issues.
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