What to know
- Influenza A viruses spread among many different animals.
- CDC recommends people take precautions to prevent the spread of influenza A viruses between animals and people.
- The guidance documents on this page provide preventive actions for different audiences to prevent the spread of influenza while handling animals.
Resources
This page provides considerations for veterinarians related to H5N1 bird flu in cats
Facilitate connections and ongoing talks between dairy vets and public/animal health officials.
Owners whose flocks become infected and who are exposed to their sick birds are at higher risk.
People who hunt could be infected if they have contact with infected wild birds or other animals.
Bird hobbyists who have contact with infected or potentially infected birds are at higher risk.
Bird flu viruses mainly spread among wild birds & domestic poultry but can spread to other animals.
Actions that can be taken to prevent the spread of variant influenza viruses between pigs and people
Agricultural fair and livestock exhibition organizers: Take action to protect visitors & livestock.
Agricultural fair and livestock exhibition organizers: Take action to protect visitors & livestock.
Content Source
National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases
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Published: September 29, 2026
Updated: September 29, 2026
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Reviewed: September 29, 2026
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