18/08/2026
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Bird Flu, also known as Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), primarily affects birds, but some strains can also infect other animals, including mammals.
Pets such as cats and dogs may be exposed if they come into contact with infected or sick birds, carcasses, contaminated environments, or consume raw or undercooked infected animal products.
๐ฑ Cats can be particularly vulnerable to infection following exposure to infected birds.
๐ถ Dogs may also be exposed, especially if they interact with sick or dead birds or contaminated areas.
๐ฆ Pet birds can also be at risk through contact with infected wild birds or contaminated equipment, feed, water and surfaces.
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Keep pets away from sick or dead birds.
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Do not allow cats or dogs to hunt or eat wild birds.
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Avoid feeding pets raw poultry or raw meat of unknown origin.
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Keep pet food, water bowls and living areas clean.
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Wash your hands after handling birds, poultry or potentially contaminated materials.
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Report unusual illness or sudden deaths in birds to the Biosecurity Authority of Fiji.
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Early reporting helps BAF investigate potential cases and take action to protect animals, livelihoods and Fijiโs food security.
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Ministry of Agriculture and Waterways U.S. Embassy Suva Pacific-Community-SPC Ministry for Primary Industries
