Pets and Wildlife

In high-mosquito areas, 13% of dog, cat, and horse owners report that they or someone in their household has at some time (not just in the past 12 months) talked with a veterinarian about how to protect their animal against West Nile virus. One-third of dog owners (32%) and 19% of cat owners say they are concerned that their animal might get West Nile virus.

West Nile Virus Fact Sheet for Veterinarians

West Nile Virus and your pets

Risk of WNV for Companion Animals (dogs and cats)

Wildlife and West Nile Virus

Q&A about WNV and birds

Q&A about WNV and horses