Dogs and Avian Flu Q&A

Animal shelters, doggie daycares, grooming facilities,

These are all places where animals can congregate,

and places where animals can congregate are

good places for diseases to be transmitted,

whether it's avian influenza H5N1 or any other infectious disease.

So, if you go to those places, practice thorough handwashing.

after handling any animal, make sure you wash your hands thoroughly.

In the event an animal looks sick,

make sure that animal gets proper veterinary care.