Cat's Death Sparks Bird Flu Pet Food Recall

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Northwest Naturals recalls raw frozen Feline Turkey Recipe after deadly H5N1 bird flu contamination kills indoor house cat in Oregon.

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Laboratory tests confirm direct link between contaminated pet food and deceased cat through exact virus matches.

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Nearly 1,188 bags of affected product distributed across 12 U.S. states and British Columbia, with best-by dates ranging May-June 2026.

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Bird flu cases surge to unprecedented levels, infecting 12,000 wild and domestic flocks since 2022, spreading to 866 cattle herds across 16 states.

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CDC reports 65 human bird flu infections in 2024 - highest U.S. count in two decades since previous case in 1997.

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H5N1 virus transmission occurs through close contact with infected birds, their droppings, bedding, or handling infected poultry.

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Pets potentially face symptoms including fever, lethargy, appetite loss, gastrointestinal issues, and seizures from H5N1 exposure.

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Oregon officials closely monitor household members exposed to infected cat while maintaining virus poses "low" public health threat.

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Consumers advised to return affected products for refunds or dispose immediately, contact 866-637-1872 for information.

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