House cats can catch bird flu, become sickened by it, and spread it to each other, Dutch researchers say. The findings may mean the H5N1 bird flu virus that killed at least 26 people in Vietnam ...

House cat survives after catching bird flu from raw chicken pet food A Colorado family's house cat was one of 11 cases of avian flu linked to a raw chicken pet food but was the only one to survive.

On December 13, 2024, in Dalian, China, a cat trying to catch a bird by climbing a tree. The cat is seen scaling the tree, attempting to reach the bird perched on top. However, noticing the ...

This is a KFF Health News story. More than 80 domestic cats, among many other types of mammals, have been confirmed to have had bird flu since 2022 -- generally barn cats that lived on dairy farms, as ...

As of April 2025, the bird flu has spread across more than 23 states and there have been more than 130 confirmed cases of avian influenza (specifically the H5N1 variant) in domestic cats.

While rare, bird flu has infected over 140 cats since 2022, according to government data. Here's how to protect your pets.

Domestic cats are catching bird flu in some states, and as the country continues to deal with poultry disease, local vets say it might be a good idea to keep an extra close eye on your feline as ...

Two house cats in Washington have tested positive for bird flu, likely from contaminated pet food. One was in King County, the other in Snohomish County. The Washington State Department of ...

The concerning bird flu outbreak that has spread to four humans so far as it expands quickly in the U.S. has jumped to dozens of species, infecting mammals in at least 31 states. Among those infected ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio – With the recent spike in bird flu across Ohio, it would be advisable to keep a close eye on your pets. Cats, much more than dogs, are at risk of catching the virus, veterinary ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio – With the recent spike in bird flu across Ohio, it would be advisable to keep a close eye on your pets. Cats, much more than dogs, are at risk of catching the virus, veterinary ...