[Cagdu] FW: confirm cases of dogs getting swine flu from humans

[tina thomas]

Subject: Re: confirm cases of dogs getting swine flu from humans

Dear Marion,

The CDC released an update today about H1N1 in pets. Here's an excerpt
which can be viewed at:

http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/qa.htm#f  

What animals can be infected with the 2009 H1N1 virus?
In addition to humans, live swine and turkeys, a small number of ferrets
(which are highly susceptible to influenza A viruses), domestic cats and
dogs have been infected with 2009 H1N1 virus.
In addition, 2009 H1N1 virus infection was reported in a cheetah in the
United States. CDC is working closely with domestic and international public
and animal heath partners to continually monitor reports of 2009 H1N1 in
animals and will provide additional information to the public as it becomes
available.


How do pets become infected with 2009 H1N1?
All available information suggests that the ferrets and domestic cats
infected with 2009 H1N1 infections acquired the virus through close contact
with ill humans. 

Can I get 2009 H1N1 influenza from my pet?
Available evidence suggests that transmission has been from ill humans to
their companion animals. No evidence is available to suggest that animals
are infecting humans with 2009 H1N1 virus.

What do I do if I am sick with flu-like symptoms and I have pets?
If you are sick with influenza-like-illness, take the same precautions with
your pets that you would to keep your family and friends healthy:

Cover your coughs and sneezes
Wash your hands frequently
Minimize contact with your pets until 24 hours after your fever is gone 

What should I do if I suspect my pet has 2009 H1N1 influenza virus?
If members of your household have flu-like symptoms, and your pet exhibits
respiratory illness, contact your veterinarian. 

Is there a vaccine available for my pet?
Currently, there is not a licensed and approved 2009 H1N1 vaccine for pets.
(There is a canine influenza vaccine, which protects dogs from the H3N8
canine flu virus, but it will not protect pets against the 2009 H1N1 virus,
and the H3N8 vaccine should not be used in any species other than dogs.)

How serious is this disease in pets?
Pet ferrets with naturally occurring 2009 H1N1 infection have exhibited
illness similar in severity to that seen in ferrets exposed to seasonal
influenza viruses and to 2009 H1N1 virus in laboratory settings.  Clinical
signs exhibited have included sneezing, inactivity, and weight loss.  Of the
reported cases, most of the pets have recovered fully with supportive care,
although some have died.

Additional Information
American Veterinary Medical Association
http://www.avma.org/public_health/influenza/new_virus/default.asp

United States Department of Agriculture
http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/?navid=USDA_H1N1


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