Screwworm Crisis Stalls Pet Adoptions | Savannah News

A tiny bug called the New World screwworm is threatening Texas shelters, forcing bans on animal transport and leaving thousands of dogs and cats without homes. Once eradicated in the U.S., this parasite can infect pets and livestock, risking billions in the beef industry. To combat it, officials are deploying sterile fly traps — a method used decades ago — while states tighten health certificate rules. Shelters, already overwhelmed, struggle to find space and adopters, as stressed animals become harder to place. The crisis underscores urgent needs for funding, space, and affordable spay/neuter programs to save lives. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://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/5944069e496ae3c3