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Detections of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in Backyard Livestock
October 30, 2024
The National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) has confirmed Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in 1 of 5 pigs living on a small farm in Crook County. While NVSL confirmed HPAI in one pig, results on samples collected from the other four pigs are pending. This is the same farm where the Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA), partnering with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), humanely euthanized 70 HPAI-affected backyard birds last week. ODA State Veterinarian Dr. Ryan Scholz placed a quarantine on the property, and ODA’s veterinary team is conducting surveillance.
The presence of HPAI in the backyard birds and pig was first detected by the Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (OVDL) at Oregon State University (OSU) and NVSL confirmed the results. Working with ODA and USDA, OSU laboratory staff received the pigs, necropsied the pigs, tested samples, and incinerated the remains.
While HPAI confirmation is not unexpected due to the previous detection on the premises, this is the first HPAI detection in pigs. All five pigs and the 70 birds on the property were humanely euthanized to prevent the further spread of the highly contagious virus. None of the animals on the farm entered the food supply chain, nor were they intended for the commercial food market. It’s important to note that when properly prepared and cooked, HPAI does not affect meat or egg products, and these food items remain safe. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) also recommends choosing pasteurized milk and dairy products to protect your health and your family’s health.
HPAI is a serious disease. ODA, USDA, the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), and Crook County Public Health responded quickly and according to established One Health response plans. These plans include implementing quarantine restrictions, humanely euthanizing affected flocks and animals, disposing of affected birds and animals, cleaning and eliminating the virus from affected premises, conducting surveillance, and monitoring individuals exposed to infected animals. ODA provided the animal owners with personal protective (PPE) equipment, and Crook County Public Health and OHA are educating and monitoring exposed individuals.
While these response efforts are critical in ending the outbreak, there are also actions bird and livestock owners can take to help stop the spread of the virus.
Biosecurity measures can include:- Preventing exposure of domestic poultry and livestock to wildlife, especially wild waterfowl
- Limiting the co-mingling of different species of livestock, especially poultry and pigs
- Wash your hands before and after handling your flock
- Cleaning vehicles, tools, or equipment
- Limiting unnecessary visitors
- Sanitizing shoes in clean foot baths
- Changing clothes upon contact with birds.
The current strain of HPAI circulating in the U.S. and worldwide is endemic in wild birds, causing outbreaks in poultry, wild mammals, including seals and sea lions, and domestic animals, including dairy cows. HPAI has been confirmed in dairy cattle in 14 states, including California and Idaho. Oregon has no confirmed HPAI cases in dairy cattle. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says it is safe to eat properly handled and cooked eggs and beef in the U.S., the risk of HPAI spreading to people from animals is extremely low.
Death or illness among domestic birds should be reported immediately to ODA. Please report by calling 503-986-4711 (Alt phone 1-800-347-7028).
To report the death of wild birds, please contact the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW). Please do not collect or handle the birds; instead, call 1-866-968-2600 or email Wildlife.Health@odfw.oregon.gov.
For more tips on protecting backyard flocks, please visit ODA online at Avian Influenza or en Español at Avian Influenza-Spanish.
Detecciones de influenza aviar altamente patógena en ganado de traspatio
Los Laboratorios Nacionales de Servicios Veterinarios (NVSL) han confirmado la presencia de influenza aviar altamente patógena (IAAP, en inglés Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza HPAI) en 1 de los 5 cerdos que viven en una pequeña granja del condado de Crook. Se trata de la misma granja en la que el Departamento de Agricultura de Oregón (en inglés Oregon Department of Agriculture, ODA), en colaboración con el Departamento de Agricultura de EE.UU. (en inglés U.S. Department of Agriculture, USDA), practicó la eutanasia humanitaria a 70 aves de traspatio afectadas por la IAAP la semana pasada. Aunque el NVSL confirmó la IAAP en un cerdo, los resultados de las muestras recogidas de los otros cuatro cerdos están pendientes. El Dr. Ryan Scholz, veterinario estatal de la ODA, puso en cuarentena la propiedad y el equipo veterinario de la ODA está llevando a cabo la vigilancia.
La presencia de IAAP en las aves de traspatio y en el cerdo fue detectada en primer lugar por el Laboratorio de Diagnóstico Veterinario de Oregón (OVDL) en la Universidad Estatal de Oregón (OSU) y el NVSL confirmó los resultados. En colaboración con la ODA y el USDA, el personal del laboratorio de la OSU recibió los cerdos, les practicó la necropsia, analizó las muestras e incineró los restos.
Aunque la confirmación de la IAAP no es inesperada debido a la detección previa en las instalaciones, esta es la primera detección de IAAP en cerdos. Los cinco cerdos y las 70 aves de la propiedad fueron sacrificados sin crueldad para evitar una mayor propagación del virus altamente contagioso. Ninguno de los animales de la granja entró en la cadena de suministro de alimentos, ni estaban destinados al mercado comercial de alimentos. Es importante señalar que, cuando se prepara y cocina adecuadamente, la influenza aviar altamente patógena no afecta a los productos cárnicos ni a los huevos, y estos alimentos siguen siendo seguros. Los Centros para el Control de Enfermedades (en inglés Centers for Disease Control, CDC) de EE.UU. también recomiendan elegir leche y productos lácteos pasteurizados para proteger su salud y la de su familia.
La IAAP es una enfermedad grave. La ODA, el USDA, la Autoridad Sanitaria de Oregón (en inglés the Oregon Health Authority, OHA) y la Salud Pública del condado de Crook respondieron rápidamente y de acuerdo con los planes de respuesta One Health establecidos. Estos planes incluyen la aplicación de restricciones de cuarentena, la eutanasia humanitaria de las bandadas y animales afectados, la eliminación de las aves y animales afectados, la limpieza y eliminación del virus de las instalaciones afectadas, la realización de la vigilancia y el seguimiento de las personas expuestas a los animales infectados. La ODA proporcionó a los propietarios de animales equipos de protección personal (en inglés Personal Protective Equipment, PPE), y Salud Pública del condado de Crook y la OHA están educando y controlando a las personas expuestas.
Aunque estos esfuerzos de respuesta son fundamentales para acabar con el brote, también hay medidas que los propietarios de aves y ganado pueden tomar para ayudar a detener la propagación del virus.
Las medidas de bioseguridad pueden incluir
– Evitar la exposición de las aves de corral y el ganado doméstico a la fauna silvestre, especialmente a las aves acuáticas salvajes
– Limitar la mezcla de diferentes especies de ganado, especialmente aves de corral y cerdos
– Lavarse las manos antes y después de manipular el rebaño
– Limpiar los vehículos, herramientas o equipos
– Limitar las visitas innecesarias
– Higienizar el calzado en pediluvios limpios
– Cambiarse de ropa al entrar en contacto con aves
La cepa actual de influenza aviar altamente patógena que circula en EE.UU. y en todo el mundo es endémica en aves silvestres, y causa brotes en aves de corral, mamíferos silvestres, como focas y leones marinos, y animales domésticos, como vacas lecheras.
La influenza aviar altamente patógena se ha confirmado en vacas lecheras de 14 estados, entre ellos California e Idaho. En Oregón no se ha confirmado ningún caso de gripe aviar altamente patógena en ganado lechero. La Administración de Alimentos y Medicamentos de EE.UU. (en inglés U.S. Food and Drug Administration, FDA) afirma que es seguro comer huevos y carne de vacuno manipulados y cocinados adecuadamente en EE.UU., el riesgo de que la gripe aviar altamente patógena se propague a las personas a partir de los animales es extremadamente bajo.
Para obtener más información sobre cómo proteger a su bandada en el patio trasero, visite al ODA en línea en Avian Influenza – Spanish.
La muerte o enfermedad entre las aves domésticas debe notificarse al ODA. Por favor informe llamando al 503-986-4711 (Teléfono Alternativo: 1-800-347-7028).
Póngase en contacto con el Departamento de Pesca y Vida Silvestre de Oregon (en inglés: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, ODFW) para aves silvestres. No recoja ni manipule las aves, pero informe el incidente directamente a ODFW al 866-968-2600 o Wildlife.Health@odfw.oregon.gov.
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USDA added this outbreak to their list. So have we.
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USDA Confirms 2nd Pig on Oregon Farm Tested Positive for H5N1
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A week after the first reports of H5N1 being detected in a pig in the United States (see USDA: APHIS Reports 1st Detection of HPAI H5N1 in Swine (Oregon)) the USDA has confirmed that a second pig on the premises has tested positive for the HPAI H5 virus.
While this appears to be a limited outbreak on a small, non-commercial farm, this is also the 4th livestock species - joining goats, alpacas, and dairy cattle - to be infected in the United States in the past 7 months.
This outbreak - like the large poultry outbreak in neighboring Washington state (with > 1 dozen associated human infections) - comes from the introduction of a new genotype of the virus (D1.1 in Washington State and D1.2 in Oregon) this fall.
Since its arrival in late 2021, more than 100 genotypes have been detected in the United States alone. The ability to continually reinvent itself via reassortment makes H5N1 particularly difficult to address, and raises the potential for better adaptation to mammals.
First the statement from the USDA, after which I'll have a bit more.
USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Shares Update on H5N1 Detection in Oregon Swine, Bovine Vaccine Candidate Progression
WASHINGTON, Nov. 6, 2024 - Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is sharing key updates regarding the detection of HPAI H5N1 in a backyard farm operation in Crook County, Ore., as well as additional information about the agency’s proactive efforts to protect livestock, farms and communities from avian influenza.
On Wed., Oct. 30, USDA APHIS announced that H5N1 avian influenza was detected in one of the pigs at this backyard farm, that two pigs tested negative, and tests were pending for two additional pigs. The USDA National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) has completed testing on the two remaining pigs and has confirmed that one tested positive and met the clinical case definition for HPAI H5N1. Sequencing from this positive sample, while incomplete due to the low level of the virus, indicates infection from the D1.2 genotype of H5N1.
Because the amount of virus from the infected pigs was very low, only partial genomic sequences could be extracted from one of the two samples and these sequences indicate infection with the D1.2 genotype of H5N1. APHIS and the Oregon Department of Agriculture had previously also shared that H5N1 had been detected in poultry on the same farm; the samples from the poultry were also found to have the D1.2 genotype.
Genomic sequencing of samples from migratory birds in the area showed very similar sequences, which increases the probability that the pigs and poultry on this farm became infected after coming into contact with infected migratory birds, not dairy cattle or other livestock.
This farm is a non-commercial operation, and the animals were not intended for the commercial food supply. There is no concern about the safety of the nation’s pork supply as a result of this finding.
Additionally, over the past week APHIS has approved field safety trials for two additional vaccine candidates for H5N1 in cattle, bringing the total number of candidates approved for field trials to four. USDA continues to support the rapid development and timely approval of an H5N1 vaccine for dairy cows, in addition to other species.
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While we've seen scattered reports of H5N1 in swine (see here, here, and here), between extremely limited testing, and the fact that H5N1 tends to be asymptomatic (or mildly symptomatic) in pigs, it is probably more common than we realize.
For years we've been warned about the dangers of H5N1 getting into the pig population, since pigs are considered excellent `mixing vessels' for influenza viruses.- In March of 2023, the ECDC/EFSA Avian Influenza Overview December 2022 – March 2023 warned on the spread of H5N1 to mammals:
The additional reports of transmission events to and potentially between mammals, e.g. mink, sea lion, seals, foxes and other carnivores as well as seroepidemiological evidence of transmission to wild boar and domestic pigs, associated with evolutionary processes including mammalian adaptation are of concern and need to be closely followed up.- In May of 2023, in Netherlands: Zoonoses Experts Council (DB-Z) Risk Assessment & Warning of Swine As `Mixing Vessels' For Avian Flu, we looked at concerns that avian H5N1 could increase its pandemic threat by spreading (and evolving) in farmed swine.
- That announcement was followed a week later by a report (see Study: Seroconversion of a Swine Herd in a Free-Range Rural Multi-Species Farm against HPAI H5N1 2.3.4.4b Clade Virus) at a `mixed species' farm (poultry & swine) in Italy.
- Last March, in EID Journal: Divergent Pathogenesis and Transmission of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A(H5N1) in Swine, we looked at a study on the pathogenesis and transmissibility of 4 North American H5N1 viruses (2 with known mammalian adaptations) in swine.
Admittedly, none of these spillovers into pigs/cattle/goats has produced a pandemic-capable virus, but with each occurrence there is a small - but non-zero - chance that H5N1 could reassort into a more formidable foe.
And as we've seen over the past year, the number of those risky events continues to rise rapidly, which greatly increases the chances of seeing an undesired outcome.
https://afludiary.blogspot.com/2024/...egon-farm.htmlAll medical discussions are for educational purposes. I am not a doctor, just a retired paramedic. Nothing I post should be construed as specific medical advice. If you have a medical problem, see your physician.Comment
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Oregon is one of six states to begin testing milk for H5N1 Avian Influenza
December 11, 2024
The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA), with significant input from Oregon’s dairy industry and processors, is launching its milk testing and monitoring program this week. The program aims to protect farms, farmworkers, and communities from H5N1 avian influenza. Select processors will begin collecting raw (unpasteurized) milk samples this week, and more processors will join the program in the next few weeks. It’s estimated that by January 2025 more than 75 percent of Oregon’s milk will be under surveillance. To date, Oregon has not confirmed H5N1 in dairy cattle or milk.
On December 6, 2024, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the start of its National Milk Testing Strategy (NMTS), naming Oregon as one of six states included in its first round of states to begin periodic testing of raw or unpasteurized milk. Oregon’s dairy industry and processors agreed to go a step further and collect samples weekly. The Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (OVDL) at Oregon State University (OSU) will test the milk samples and share the results with USDA.
“The Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (OVDL) is an integral partner in Oregon’s response to the current Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) outbreak,” said Dawn Dirks, OVDL, Supervisor of Molecular Diagnostics, Virology and Serology. “We are proud to continue to provide important lab capabilities in support of agricultural and human health, both in Oregon and expanded to the larger community.”
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Detections of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in Mammals
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Oregon cat tests positive for bird flu
by: Kaitlin Flanigan
Posted: Jan 24, 2025 / 12:00 PM PST
Updated: Jan 24, 2025 / 12:03 PM PST
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A cat in Oregon’s Washington County has tested positive for bird flu, state officials announced on Friday.
The cat was described by the Oregon Department of Agriculture as being an outdoor cat “with a history of exposure to wild waterfowl” and had been taken to a veterinarian after exhibiting symptoms of a fever, runny nose and eyes, trouble breathing, lethargy and wasn’t eating.
During the veterinary visit, the cat was diagnosed with pneumonia, but samples were sent for further testing, according to state agriculture officials...Comment
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Press Release · February 4, 2025
Oregon cat tests positive for HPAI; tips on how to protect your cat
Acat in Washington County, Oregon, recently tested positive for Highly Pathogenic Avian influenza (HPAI, more specifically avian influenza type A H5N1). The outdoor cat with a history of exposure to wild waterfowl (ducks & geese) was examined by a veterinarian after exhibiting symptoms, including a fever, runny nose and eyes, lethargy, difficulty breathing and loss of appetite. The cat was diagnosed with pneumonia during this visit and the veterinarian notified the Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) of the suspected case, and testing began.
The confirmed diagnosis was achieved through a collaboration between ODA, the Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (ODVL) at Oregon State University, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL). While a complete genome sequence is pending, preliminary tests confirm the H5N1 virus the cat contracted was not the strain circulating in dairy cattle in other states. To date Oregon has no confirmed cases of H5N1 in cattle.
Cats, including both domestic and wild cats, such as tigers, mountain lions, lynx, etc., are particularly sensitive to H5N1 avian influenza, and care should be taken not to expose these animals to the virus. Dogs can also contract H5N1, though they appear less susceptible to the virus than cats. Tips to help protect your pet from H5N1:- Do not feed your pet undercooked or raw meat, including uncooked or freeze-dried meat-based diets, treats, or animal products.
- Do not feed your pet raw (unpasteurized) milk or colostrum.
- Keep pets away from wild birds, poultry, and cattle (especially in areas with known H5N1 outbreaks).
- Prevent pets from eating birds or other wild animals.
- Wash your hands after touching raw meat and after interacting with poultry, livestock or animals outside your household.
- Consider changing clothing and shoes after interacting with animals or birds with unknown health status and before interacting with your own pets.
- Contact your veterinarian if your pet appears sick. Tell your veterinarian if your pet has been exposed to any of the above.
If you suspect your pet has H5N1, please immediately contact your veterinarian. Tell your veterinarian about any risk factors. Veterinarians must immediately report any suspected cases of influenza in animals to the Oregon Department of Agriculture at (503) 986-4711.
Un gato de Oregón da positivo en la prueba de la IAAP; consejos para protegerlo
Un gato en el condado de Washington, Oregón, ha dado recientemente positivo en las pruebas de detección de la influenza aviar altamente patógena (IAAP, más específicamente la influenza aviar tipo A H5N1). El gato que solo vive en el exterior con antecedentes de exposición a aves acuáticas silvestres (patos y gansos) fue examinado por un veterinario después de mostrar síntomas, como fiebre, secreción nasal y ojos, letargo, dificultad para respirar y pérdida de apetito. Durante esta visita se diagnosticó neumonía al gato ye el veterinario notificó el caso sosphechoso al Departamento de Agricultura de Oregón (en inglés) ODA), por lo que se iniciaron las pruebas.
El diagnóstico confirmado se logró a través de una colaboración entre ODA, el Laboratorio de Diagnóstico Veterinario de Oregón (ODVL) de la Universidad Estatal de Oregón y los Laboratorios Nacionales de Servicios Veterinarios (NVSL) del Departamento de Agricultura de EE. UU. (USDA). Si bien está pendiente una secuencia completa del genoma, las pruebas preliminares confirman que el virus H5N1 que contrajo el gato no era la cepa que circulaba en el ganado lechero en otros estados. Hasta la fecha, Oregón no tiene casos confirmados de H5N1 en ganado vacuno.
Los gatos, incluidos los gatos domésticos y salvajes, como los tigres, los pumas, los linces, etc., son particularmente sensibles a la gripe aviar H5N1, y se debe tener cuidado de no exponer a estos animales al virus. Los perros también pueden contraer el H5N1, aunque parecen menos susceptibles al virus que los gatos. Consejos para ayudar a proteger a su mascota del H5N1:- No alimente a su mascota con carne cruda o poco cocida, incluidas dietas a base de carne cruda o liofilizada, golosinas de mascotas o productos de origen animal.
- No alimente a su mascota con leche cruda (sin pasteurizar) ni con calostro.
- Mantenga a las mascotas alejadas de las aves silvestres, las aves de corral y el ganado (especialmente en áreas con brotes conocidos de H5N1).
- Evite que las mascotas coman aves u otros animales salvajes.
- Lávese las manos después de tocar carne cruda y después de interactuar con aves de corral, ganado o animales fuera de su hogar.
- Considere cambiarse de ropa y zapatos después de interactuar con animales o aves con estado de salud desconocido y antes de interactuar con sus propias mascotas.
- Comunícate con tu veterinario si tu mascota parece enferma. Dígale a su veterinario si su mascota ha estado expuesta a alguno de los anteriores.
Si sospecha que su mascota tiene H5N1, comuníquese de inmediato con su veterinario. Infórmele a su veterinario sobre cualquier factor de riesgo. Los veterinarios deben informar de inmediato cualquier caso sospechoso de influenza en animales al Departamento de Agricultura de Oregón a 503-986-4711.
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Detections of HPAI in Domestic Cats
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News Release: February 13, 2025 Detections of HPAI in Domestic Cats
The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) and the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) are warning pet owners about the risks of raw pet food after tests confirm Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in two cats living in different households in Multnomah County, Oregon. The owners of the cats, in consultation with their veterinarians, elected to humanely euthanize the pets due to the severity of the illness. ODA confirmed both cats ate the same brand of raw pet food before becoming ill.
In both cases, the veterinarians followed the correct protocol in reporting the illness to ODA. Agency staff collected samples from the affected cats and opened containers of the raw pet food, providing additional unopened containers to the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) for additional testing. Tests conducted by the Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (ODVL) at Oregon State University and the National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) at the U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed the presence of HPAI in both cats and the food samples.
In response to these findings as well as additional testing performed by WSDA, a public health alert has been issued by WSDA warning consumers about the risk of HPAI in certain lots of raw pet food produced by Wild Coas Raw in Olympia, WA. Consumers are urged to check the lot numbers on Wild Coast Raw products at home. If they match the affected lots, pet owners should stop feeding the product to their animals immediately. For more information on the health alert involving Wild Coast Raw pet food, please contact the Washington State Department of Agriculture .
Cats, including both domestic and wild cats, such as tigers, mountain lions, lynx, etc., are particularly sensitive to H5N1 avian influenza, and care should be taken not to expose these animals to the virus. Dogs can also contract H5N1, though they appear less susceptible to the virus than cats. Tips to help protect your pet from H5N1:- Do not feed your pet undercooked or raw meat, including uncooked or freeze-dried meat-based diets, treats, or animal products.
- Do not feed your pet raw (unpasteurized) milk or colostrum.
- Prevent pets from eating birds or other wild animals.
- Wash your hands after touching raw meat and interacting with poultry, livestock, or animals outside your household.
- Consider changing clothing and shoes after interacting with animals or birds with unknown health status and before interacting with your own pets.
- Contact your veterinarian if your pet appears sick. Tell your veterinarian if your pet has been exposed to raw meat, raw milk, or wild waterfowl.
If you suspect your pet has H5N1, please immediately contact your veterinarian and tell them about any risk factors. Veterinarians must immediately report any suspected cases of influenza in animals to the Oregon Department of Agriculture at (503) 986-4711.
Public health monitors all people exposed to animals infected with HPAI through 10 days following their last exposure. There have been no documented human cases of HPAI following exposure to an infected cat.
Detecciones de IAAP en gatos domésticos
El Departamento de Agricultura de Oregón (en inglés, ODA) y el Departamento de Agricultura del Estado de Washington (en inglés, WSDA) advierten a los propietarios de animales de compañía sobre los riesgos de la comida cruda para mascotas, después de que las pruebas confirmaran la presencia de influenza aviar altamente patógena (IAAP) (en inglés, HPAI) en dos gatos que vivían en diferentes hogares del condado de Multnomah, Oregón. Los propietarios de los gatos, en consulta con sus veterinarios, optaron por la eutanasia humanitaria de las mascotas debido a la gravedad de la enfermedad. La ODA confirmó que ambos gatos comieron la misma marca de alimentos crudos para mascotas antes de enfermar.
En ambos casos, los veterinarios siguieron el protocolo correcto al notificar la enfermedad a la ODA. El personal de la agencia recogió muestras de los gatos afectados y abrió los envases de los alimentos crudos para mascotas, proporcionando envases adicionales sin abrir al WSDA para pruebas adicionales. Las pruebas realizadas por el Laboratorio de Diagnóstico Veterinario de Oregón (en inglés, ODVL) en la Universidad Estatal de Oregón y los Laboratorios Nacionales de Servicios Veterinarios (en inglés, NVSL) en el Departamento de Agricultura de EE.UU. (en inglés, USDA) confirmaron la presencia de influenza aviar altamente patógena tanto en los gatos como en las muestras de alimentos.
En respuesta a estos hallazgos, así como las pruebas adicionales realizadas por el WSDA, una alerta de salud pública ha sido emitida por el WSDA advirtiendo a los consumidores sobre el riesgo de IAAP en ciertos lotes de alimentos crudos para mascotas producidos por Wild Coas Raw en Olympia, WA. Se insta a los consumidores a comprobar en casa los números de lote de los productos Wild Coast Raw. Si coinciden con los lotes afectados, los propietarios de mascotas deben dejar de alimentar a sus animales con el producto inmediatamente. Si desea más información sobre la alerta sanitaria relativa a los alimentos para animales de compañía Wild Coast Raw, póngase en contacto con el Departamento de Agricultura del Estado de Washington.
Los gatos, incluidos los domésticos y los salvajes, como tigres, leones de montaña, linces, etc., son especialmente sensibles a la influenza aviar H5N1, y hay que tener cuidado de no exponer a estos animales al virus. Los perros también pueden contraer el H5N1, aunque parecen menos susceptibles al virus que los gatos. Consejos para proteger a su mascota del virus H5N1:
- No alimente a su mascota con carne poco hecha o cruda, incluidas las dietas a base de carne cruda o liofilizada, las golosinas de mascotas o los productos de origen animal.
- No alimente a su mascota con leche o calostro crudos (sin pasteurizar).
- Evite que las mascotas coman aves u otros animales salvajes.
- Lávese las manos después de tocar carne cruda y de interactuar con aves de corral, ganado o animales ajenos a su hogar.
- Considere la posibilidad de cambiarse de ropa y calzado después de interactuar con animales o aves cuyo estado de salud se desconozca y antes de interactuar con sus propias mascotas.
- Póngase en contacto con su veterinario si su mascota parece estar enferma. Informe a su veterinario si su mascota ha estado expuesta a carne cruda, leche cruda o aves acuáticas salvajes.
Si sospecha que su mascota tiene el virus H5N1, póngase en contacto inmediatamente con su veterinario e infórmele sobre cualquier factor de riesgo. Los veterinarios deben informar inmediatamente de cualquier caso sospechoso de gripe en animales al Departamento de Agricultura de Oregón, llamando al (503) 986-4711.
Salud pública vigila a todas las personas expuestas a animales infectados con influenza aviar altamente patógena hasta 10 días después de su última exposición. No se han documentado casos humanos de influenza aviar altamente patógena tras la exposición a un gato infectado.
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Raw pet food identified as source of bird flu infection to house cats
WSDA Media contact: Amber Betts 360-628-3477
OLYMPIA – OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) and the Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) are warning pet owners about the risks of raw pet food after indoor cats in Oregon became ill from highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI or H5N1) beginning in early February 2025.
The owners of the cats, in consultation with their veterinarians, have elected to euthanize due to the severity of the illness. Upon further investigation into the source of the illness, officials found the cats all consumed the same brand of raw pet food before becoming ill.
After receiving reports of the illnesses, ODA collected samples from the affected cats pre- and post-mortem, and from open containers of the raw pet food. Tests conducted by the Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (ODVL) at Oregon State University and the National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) at the U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed the presence of HPAI in both cats and the food samples.
This public health notice was initiated in response to these findings and further testing conducted by WSDA on unopened containers of the raw pet food, manufactured by Wild Coast Raw. Consumers are urged to check the lot numbers on Wild Coast, LLC products at home. For more information and specific lot numbers, visit the Washington State Department of Agriculture recalls and health alerts webpage.
Pets with H5N1 infections may have a fever, lethargy, low appetite, reddened or inflamed eyes, discharge from the eyes and nose, difficulty breathing, and neurological signs like tremors, seizure, incoordination, or blindness. If your pet has consumed this product and has any of these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian immediately.
While no human infections have been identified among those handling raw pet food products, people can become infected if the virus enters their eyes, nose or mouth — such as by handling contaminated pet food or touching contaminated surfaces, especially without thoroughly washing their hands afterward. Although the current human health risk is low, those exposed to H5N1 should monitor themselves for symptoms like eye redness or irritation (conjunctivitis), cough, sore throat, sneezing, runny/stuffy nose, muscle/body aches, headaches, fatigue, fever, trouble breathing, diarrhea, nausea and/or vomiting, and pet owners or handlers showing these signs should contact their healthcare providers.
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Wild Coast Raw sickens cats that tested positive for bird flu in Multnomah, Clackamas counties; state doctor warns of more cases
The cats from Multnomah and Clackamas counties were indoors and from different households but ate the same brand, Olympia-based Wild Coast Raw. Four have died.
Author: Jamie Parfitt, Alma McCarty (KGW)
Published: 1:59 PM PST February 14, 2025
Updated: 11:51 PM PST February 14, 2025
PORTLAND, Ore. — Two cats in Multnomah County were put down recently after contracting bird flu, an outbreak which agricultural officials in Oregon and Washington have linked to an Olympia-based raw pet food brand.
The Oregon Department of Agriculture said in a statement that the cats were from two different households, and the owners each decided to euthanize their cats due to the severity of their illnesses.
In both cases, the cats had eaten food from Wild Coast Raw, a brand from Washington state. Testing of samples from both the cats and the raw pet food confirmed the presence of bird flu.
State officials have previously reported two deaths among cats in Washington County. The most recent was an outdoor cat with a history of exposure to ducks and geese, while another case in December was linked to raw pet food from Northwest Naturals...
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