Is it necessary to report deaths in birds kept in outside aviaries or game birds?
You should report cases where a number of birds have died within a short time and there could have been contact with migratory water birds. You are strongly advised to do this through your private veterinary surgeon. 11. My dog found some dead birds. Does this mean it will get ‘flu? There is no evidence that any type of avian influenza (AI) has passed from avian species to dogs. So even in the unlikely event that the reported dead birds had died from AI, the risk to your dog would be extremely low. Cases of dog ‘flu have been recorded in the USA, but in this case the virus is believed to have originated from horse ‘flu. 12. Am I at risk from touching dead birds? Wild birds can carry several diseases that are infectious to people. If dead birds are handled, it is important to wash your hands with soap and water as soon as possible. Avoid touching your face and certainly do not eat until you have washed your hands. Clean any soiling on clothing with soap and water. 13. What am I at risk
