SPOKANE, Wash. – The Washington State Department of Agriculture has issued a warning about the risk of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in cats. The department emphasizes that domestic, captive, and wild cats are particularly sensitive to this virus.
Cases of HPAI have been reported in domestic cats that consumed contaminated raw milk or raw pet food in other states. While Washington dairies have tested negative for the virus so far, authorities stress the importance of remaining vigilant…