#CFIA H5N1 cats Articles

H5N1 can infect cats after contact with infected birds, contaminated environments or raw animal products. This Ontario-focused guide separates confirmed history from current risk, explains what to do after dead-bird exposure, why Canadian authorities advise against raw meat and raw milk for pets, which symptoms need veterinary attention, and how to check current Ontario H5N1 activity without relying on an outdated regional risk map.