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Veterinary Public Health Program
313 N Figueroa St. Rm 1127
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Tel (213) 288-7060
Fax (213) 481-2375
vet@ph.lacounty.gov
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2025 Wildfire Emergency in Los Angeles County

Multiple major wildfires caused devastation to areas in Los Angeles County in January 2025. 

Pet Safety Fact Sheet - Returning to Areas Affected by Fires, Smoke, and Ash
H5 Bird Flu in Los Angeles County
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In LA County, there have been 8 confirmed cases of H5 bird flu in wild birds in 2024.  There have also been 9 confirmed cases in domestic cats that consumed either recalled raw milk or raw pet food diets.

On December 3, 2024, a voluntary recall of all Raw Farm, LLC raw milk and cream products was issued due to possible H5 bird flu contamination.  On December 14, a recall of Valley Milk Simply Bottled was announced.

For veterinary health providers:
Guidance for Veterinary Practices with Suspect Cases of H5 Bird Flu in Pets

Best practices to prevent infection with H5 bird flu.
 
The risk to the general public's health from this H5N1 virus is still low.  

Learn more about H5 bird flu in LA County: how to prevent spread of the virus, safety measures, and how to report sick or dead animals here.
Rabies
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Did you know?

Fifty rabid bats have been found so far in Los Angeles County in 2024. Every year rabid bats are found here, and some of them are found indoors. Read all about rabies in LA County.

 

When was rabies first detected in LA County?
How many rabid animals did we have last year?
Click here to learn all about LA County rabies statistics.

Quick Tips and Rabies Educational Materials (to share with family, children and friends)

 Consejos rapidos y materiales educativos sobre la rabia (para compartir con familiares, niños y amigos)
Keeping Pets Safe in the Heat
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As the temperature heats up, don't forget to keep your pets cool!

Here are some tips to help keep your pets safe in the heat. 

Remember to never leave a pet alone in a parked car!
Testing Animals for SARS-CoV-2 in Los Angeles County
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Did you know that SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19) has been spreading in deer in the USA?

Did you know that about 40% of pets get infected when their owner has COVID-19? (Although pets usually do not get very sick)

We are offering free testing of wild animals and pets for SARS-CoV-2 to monitor the virus in animals.

Learn more about free testing for SARS-CoV-2 in animals in LA County.
2022 Rabies Control & Animal Disease Reporting Manual
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Rabies-related incidents and animal diseases are reportable by law to the Department of Public Health. 

Explore the 2022 Rabies Control and Animal Disease Reporting Manual for Veterinary Facilities in LA County
Pet Rescue and Disease Prevention

dog resting head on a fence		   In response to natural disasters and international events, animal rescue groups based in Los Angeles County have saved hundreds of animals. When bringing rescued pets into Los Angeles County, it is possible to unintentionally bring in disease as well. Learn more about how to prevent the spread of disease when rescuing pets. 9.21.2017
Atypical Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease (aCIRD)
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   In Fall 2023, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health’s Veterinary Public Health Program started receiving reports of dogs experiencing a sudden respiratory illness of unknown origin, similar to case reports in other states.  Learn more about Atypical Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease.
Animal Health Updates
For Pet Owners

 

Keep the whole family healthy.

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learn more.

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