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RSPCA Australia
31 Aug 2026
With the arrival of the highly contagious H5N1 bird flu strain in Australia, pet owners are being urged to take simple precautions to reduce the risk of exposure. While the risk to most dogs and cats remains low, keeping pets away from sick or dead wildlife, limiting contact with wild birds, and following good biosecurity practices can help protect companion animals, backyard birds and native wildlife.