A serologic survey of goats and sheep in Pakistan revealed widespread exposure to influenza A including H5, H7 and H9 serotypes.

Regional differences were evident among the approximately 800 samples examined. A high proportion demonstrated antibodies in Punjab consistent with a concentration of commercial poultry.

During March a goat herd in Minnesota was diagnosed with H5N1 influenza by demonstrating virus applying PCR. Mortality in the herd followed an outbreak among chickens on the small farm.