Joseph Journell’s attempt to improve his aging cat’s health became a nightmare. The 56-year-old San Bernardino resident lost two beloved pets after giving them unpasteurized milk that was later discovered to contain the bird flu virus. His story serves as a heartbreaking warning about the risks of raw animal products during the ongoing avian influenza outbreak.
A Well-Intentioned Decision Turns Tragic
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Journell had been drinking raw milk from a Fresno company called Raw Farm for several months. He believed in its health benefits. When his 14-year-old tabby Alexander started losing weight, Journell thought sharing this “natural” product might help…