[nagdu] confirm cases of dogs getting swine flu from humans

[Marion & Martin]

Ginger,
    Thank you very much for this information. The CDC is certainly the type 
of authoritative source I was seeking to confirm this information. As an 
individual involved in research and writing, citing credible authoritative 
sources is something I feel is very important. Unfortunately, the media is 
not one I consider a credible, authoritative source, as I have frequently 
seen them get it wrong! (smile) I appreciate the citation.

Fraternally yours,
Marion


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Ginger Kutsch" <gingerKutsch at yahoo.com>
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Sent: Tuesday, December 22, 2009 9:15 PM
Subject: Re: [nagdu] 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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