The risk of hunting dogs acquiring HPAI is likely low since they are not consuming the bird, but there is the possibility of exposure to the virus when dogs are mouthing or biting the bird.
Canine susceptibility to the current strains of HPAI in the U.S. is unknown.
To date, there have not been any cases of dogs acquiring this strain of virus in the U.S. but in April 2023 there was a fatal infection in a dog in Canada that became infected after chewing on the carcass of a wild goose.
More detailed information on dogs and cats is available at: Avian influenza: Veterinarians | American Veterinary Medical Association
If hunters want to share waterfowl meat with their dog, the meat must be cooked thoroughly to 165 degrees Fahrenheit, following the same recommendations we have in place for human health.