Tag

Oklahoma City Animal Shelter

All articles tagged with #oklahoma city animal shelter

Animal Shelters in Oklahoma City Face Repeated Closures Due to Respiratory Infections
animals2 years ago

Animal Shelters in Oklahoma City Face Repeated Closures Due to Respiratory Infections

The Oklahoma City Animal Shelter has closed for the third time this year due to an upper respiratory infection outbreak among the dogs. About 65 dogs have symptoms, and lab results are awaited to confirm if it is the canine flu. The shelter's veterinarian suspects the same virus that caused previous closures. The staff is treating the infected dogs with antibiotics, and people who recently adopted dogs from the shelter should monitor their pets for symptoms and seek veterinary advice if needed. More closures are expected until immunity is built up in the dog community.

OKC Animal Shelter Shuts Down Again Due to Illness.
health2 years ago

OKC Animal Shelter Shuts Down Again Due to Illness.

The Oklahoma City Animal Shelter has closed its doors for a second time due to an outbreak of upper respiratory infection, with 130 dogs showing symptoms. The shelter will be closed for around 21 days due to the incubation and shedding period for the virus. The shelter will still take in dogs that pose a danger or are sick and injured but has asked residents to keep stray dogs until they can safely take in more animals. Residents looking for lost pets can visit the shelter's website.