For the first time ever in Canada, a pet dog has passed away after contracting H5N1 avian flu.
OSHAWA - A pet dog in Oshawa has passed away after contracting H5N1 avian flu.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says the canine became infected with the virus after chewing on a wild goose.
This is the first time this has ever happened in Canada. The federal government says the risk to Canadians remains low, adding the risk of a human contracting H5N1 avian flu from a pet is minor.
The CFIA has also reported detections of the virus in foxes, mink, raccoons, skunks, black bears, seals, dolphins, and other wild mammals.
#CFIA lab confirms a dog in Ontario tests positive for avian influenza.The risk to the public remains low.
— Canadian Food Inspection Agency (@InspectionCan) April 4, 2023
Take proactive measures to keep your pet healthy.https://t.co/JOKmM1Gwzm#AvianFlu #AI #HPAI

                                        
                                        
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