Information for Influenza in Animals
Influenza A viruses are found in many different animals, including ducks, chickens, pigs, whales, horses and seals.
- Information about influenza in birds (also called bird flu or avian influenza)
Avian influenza usually refers to influenza A viruses found chiefly in birds, but infections can occur in humans… - Information about influenza in pigs (also called swine flu)
Pigs can be infected with both human and avian influenza viruses in addition to swine influenza viruses… - Key Facts about influenza in dogs (also called canine flu or dog flu)
Dog flu is a contagious respiratory disease in dogs caused by a specific type A influenza virus referred to as “canine influenza virus.” This is a disease of dogs, not humans… - Transmission of influenza viruses from animals to people
Influenza A viruses are found in many different animals…
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