Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
How bird flu viruses spread to mammals like dogs
By Barbachano-Guerrero, Arturo et al.·Published in eLife·2023·University of Colorado Boulder, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: How avian influenza viruses spill over to mammals.
Plain-English summary
A recent study found that the H3N2 canine influenza virus, which originally came from birds, is changing in a way that makes it easier for dogs to spread it to one another. This means that pet owners should be aware of the potential for increased transmission among dogs, especially in areas where the virus is present. Keeping your dog away from sick animals and ensuring they are vaccinated can help protect them from this evolving virus.
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Abstract
The H3N2 canine influenza virus - which originally came from birds - is evolving to become more transmissible between dogs.
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