Cat Deaths Linked to Bird Flu-Contaminated Raw Pet Food

What virus has been linked to cat deaths in the U.S.?

• H7N9

• H3N2

• H1N1

• H5N1

Which type of pet food was recalled due to contamination?

• Raw frozen pet food

• Canned food

• Dry kibble

• Dehydrated food

Which company issued a recall of its pet food?

• Blue Buffalo

• Northwest Naturals

• Purina

• Hill's Science Diet

What was the 'best if used by' date for the recalled pet food?

• May 21, 2025

• June 23, 2025

• May 21, 2026

• June 23, 2027

Which state reported a house cat contracting H5N1 from contaminated pet food?

• Florida

• Washington

• Oregon

• California

What type of animal exposure was initially linked to feline H5N1 cases?

• Poultry or wild bird exposure

• Exposure to other cats

• Exposure to dogs

• Exposure to rodents

Which laboratory confirmed the genetic match of the virus in the food and the infected cat?

• New York State Animal Health Diagnostic Center

• Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory

• Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory

• California Animal Health and Food Safety Laboratory

What symptoms are associated with H5N1 in cats?

• Skin rashes

• Increased appetite

• Fever, lethargy, and respiratory distress

• Vomiting and diarrhea

Which organization has not yet released a formal statement about the recall?

• CDC

• FDA

• AVMA

• USDA

What should pet owners do with the affected pet food?

• Return it to the store

• Dispose of it safely

• Donate it to shelters

• Continue feeding it to their pets