The virus that causes H1N1 can cause dogs, cats, and ferrets to become ill as well. Originally, the only pets that were infected with the flu were ferrets, until recently when a sick cat was reported in Iowa. Then soon after, China announced the virus had spread to two dogs.
The good news is “that it doesn’t look like our pets are a risk to us,” reports Dr. Tony Johnson. However, we are a danger to them because most of the pets infected were living with humans who were ill.
Because the virus can cause serious illness and be possibly fatal, it has veterinarians worrying about people overreacting across the globe.
Read more about the swine flu, and if you think you may be sick with the virus, find a doctor in your area.
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