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animal-welfare2 years ago

Wake County Animal Center Reopens for Pet Adoptions Following Dog Flu Outbreak

The Wake County Animal Center in North Carolina will resume pet adoptions on Monday after an eight-week closure due to a dog-flu outbreak. Adoptions will be by appointment only, with cats available for adoption starting Monday and dogs available starting Wednesday. The center had been closed to contain the virus and prevent further illness or deaths. Owner surrenders will remain suspended for now, and the center urges responsible pet ownership and proper vaccinations to prioritize pet safety.

health2 years ago

Canine Influenza Outbreak Spreads in Minnesota, Pet Owners Urged to Take Precautions

Four new cases of canine influenza have been confirmed in Hennepin County, Minnesota, indicating community spread of the virus after a larger outbreak earlier this month. The Animal Humane Society has closed its three shelters and paused pet adoptions through at least mid-May due to the highly contagious virus. The Board of Animal Health has received numerous calls from veterinarians about suspected cases where testing wasn't done or was inconclusive. Canine influenza causes similar symptoms as the flu in humans, and dogs are sick and contagious for three to four weeks.