Health Officials Urge Pet Owners to Avoid Raw Food After Bird Flu Detection

December 25, 2024 - 15:16

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has issued a warning to pet owners regarding the feeding of raw food to their animals. This advisory comes in light of a voluntary recall of a specific pet food product, the Northwest Naturals Brand 2lb Feline Turkey Recipe Raw & Frozen Pet Food. The recall was prompted by the detection of the H5 bird flu virus in samples of the product.

Officials emphasize the potential risks associated with feeding pets raw food, particularly in light of the recent findings. The Oregon Department of Agriculture has confirmed that a house in Oregon was linked to the detection of the virus, raising concerns about the safety of certain pet food products.

Pet owners are encouraged to take precautions and consider alternative diets for their pets to ensure their health and safety. The public health department continues to monitor the situation closely and will provide updates as necessary.