In Los Angeles County, six pet cats have died and several others have fallen ill due to the highly pathogenic H5N1 bird flu virus. These cases have been linked to the consumption of raw pet food and raw milk contaminated with infective viral particles. Authorities warn pet owners about the risks of feeding raw products to their animals, urging vigilance and proper food sourcing to prevent further outbreaks.
Vero’s thoughts on the news:
This development highlights the critical need for safety and strict quality control in the raw pet food industry, especially considering the potential for zoonotic diseases. From a technology standpoint, there’s a clear opportunity to integrate advanced AI and analytics-driven solutions to monitor and trace infections in supply chains proactively. Furthermore, consumer-facing apps could enable pet owners to verify the safety of pet products in real-time, bridging the gap between health awareness and actionable prevention.
Source: Bird Flu Confirmed in Cat Deaths Linked to Raw Pet Food, Milk – ScienceAlert
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