“Mass Euthanasias”: Screwworm Could Have Deeper Implications for Texas’ Already-Crowded Animal Shelters

'Mass euthanasias' | Screwworm could have deeper implications for Texas’ already-crowded animal shelters

Most stray animal shelters are already at capacity. Adding a deadly parasitic infestation could create an even more dire situation.

Screwworm medications straining animal shelter budgets across Texas

The screwworm outbreak is having a major impact on animal shelter budgets across Texas. Instant kill and preventative medications for dogs and cats are an unpre

Screwworm could lead to 'mass euthanasias' at already-crowded animal shelters

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Texas animal shelters brace for screwworm effect

Most stray animal shelters are already at capacity. Adding a deadly parasitic infestation could create an even more dire situation.

“Mass euthanasias”: Screwworm could have deeper implications for Texas’ already-crowded animal shelters

Most stray animal shelters are already at capacity. Adding a deadly parasitic infestation could create an even more dire situation.