Pets and pig flu? No need to worry.
The drama over swine flu - or as some folks perfer to call it, the N1H1 virus - contiues, and some pet owners are worried it could affect their furry friends. Experts say there’s no need to worry, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
“Currently there’s no data demonstrating any risk of dogs and cats contracting this strain of the virus,” says Dr. Louise Murray, director of medicine at the ASPCA’s Bergh Memorial Hospital in New York City. “However, owners of pet pigs, as well as farmers, should monitor their animals’ health more closely and take steps to limit transmission from humans to pigs and vice versa.”
The American Veterinary Medical Association also reminded the public they can still hang out with pigs all they want. But it’s probably a good idea to get your porker the flu shot anyway. It’s part of their normal care, according to the ASPCA.
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
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