Scientists say a concerning genetic mutation has appeared in H5N1 bird flu infected cats living in a New Jersey suburb of New York City

The ongoing bird flu outbreak has led to wild bird deaths, slaughtered livestock, and hazardous conditions for dairy industry workers.

(CNN) – The brand Savage Pet is recalling large and small chicken boxes over bird flu concerns. The boxes were distributed to retailers in California, Colorado, New York, Pennsylvania and Washington. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said people who fed cats the recalled products should watch for symptoms of bird flu.

Cat owners are warned of more pet food recalls, as Savage Pet of California says some of its products could contain H5N1 (bird flu). The FDA and New York Department of Health share key information.

Savage Pet, a California-based company that markets raw and “prey-based cat food,” is recalling boxes of chicken that could contain bird flu, it announced Saturday through the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

The New York City health department provided an update Saturday on raw pet food leading to bird flu cases in cats.

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The mutation, PB2 E627K, is similar to one found in San Bernardino dairy cows, though the cats were infected with a different strain. Rising Cases in Cats Across the U.S.: Since early 2025, 51 cats in 13 states have tested positive for H5N1,