Texas screwworm outbreak threatens shelter pet adoptions
#ScrewwormOutbreak #AnimalShelterCrisisTexas shelters face overcrowding and euthanasia risks as New World screwworm halts pet adoptions. 44 states restrict animal transport, stranding thousands of dogs and cats needing relocation to save their lives. read more
Flesh-Eating Parasite Returns to US After 60 Years
#ScrewwormOutbreak #PetSafetyNew World screwworm, eradicated from the U.S. in 1966, has returned to Texas and New Mexico. This flesh-eating parasite infests warm-blooded animals' wounds. Veterinarians advise monitoring pets for larvae, using pest control, and contacting vets immediately if infestation is suspected. read more
Flesh-Eating Parasite Returns to US, Pets at Risk
#ScrewwormOutbreak #PetHealthNew World screwworm cases in Texas and New Mexico prompt urgent warnings—over 30 confirmed, including two dogs. The flesh-eating parasite burrows into living tissue via wounds. Daily pet inspections and immediate vet care are crucial. read more