10 November 2009

H1N1 Confirmed in Canadian Ferret & American Cat

November 6, 2009: Yesterday, PIJAC Canada received notice that the first confirmed case of H1N1 in a ferret was reported to the Nova Scotia Veterinary Medical Association. In addition, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) put out a press release yesterday stating that there has been one confirmed case of a cat in Iowa contracting the H1N1 virus from the owners. Please take notice of this PIJAC Canada bulletin to learn more on what you should do. The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association has also posted an information sheet on their website for pet owners. Questions for PIJAC Canada? (p) 1-800-667-7452 or 1-613-730-8111 (e) memberservices@pijaccanada.com.