Distemper Outbreak Halts Dog Adoptions

Pima Animal Care Center is on high alert as a deadly distemper outbreak forces them to halt all adoptions and drastically limit intake—now only accepting dogs posing a public danger or needing emergency care. Eight dogs have tested positive, one has died, and staff are racing to test every animal amid fears of holiday spikes. County leaders urge pet owners to secure their yards before fireworks season, while shelter leaders ask the public to help reunite healthy strays with owners before bringing them in. Recovery and vaccination could soon reopen adoptions—both for healthy dogs and those who survived distemper. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b9366060cad457b8