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27-03-2025
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Roswell Animal Services facility to re-open Friday following deep cleaning for canine distemper
ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) — The Roswell Animal Services facility announced on Wednesday it will re-open on Friday after being deep cleaned. The organization says canine distemper was brought into the facility at 705 East McGaffey St. by one or more dogs from outside. Organizers address lodging concerns for National Championship Air Races in Roswell Full operations, including carrying out adoptions, accepting animals, and sending animal control officers to service calls, are expected to resume once that deep cleaning is finished. The facility has been closed since March 7. According to the American Veterinary Association, canine distemper is a contagious and serious disease that all dogs are at risk for. This virus attacks the respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems. As the virus spreads, dogs may display these symptoms: Discharge from the eyes and nose Fever Coughing Lethargy Reduced appetite Vomiting Diarrhea The virus is typically spread through airborne exposure, like sneezing, coughing, or barking. This can come from an infected dog or a wild animal. It can also be spread through shared food and water bowls. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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08-03-2025
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Roswell Animal Shelter to potentially euthanize animals due to distemper outbreak
ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – The Roswell Animal Shelter will be euthanizing all of the animals in its care in the next 15 days if they are not reclaimed because of a potentially fatal virus. The virus, Distemper, is a respiratory illness that is highly contagious. Bill that would give teachers pay raises in New Mexico moves forward The shelter said seven of its dogs tested positive despite not showing any symptoms. Roswell Animal Services said euthanization is not taken lightly, but is necessary to protect the community. The city told KRQE News 13 there are currently 65 dogs at the shelter and they are not up for adoption. Only a previous owner can reclaim them or a rescue organization can take them into their care. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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08-03-2025
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Roswell Animal Shelter to potentially euthanize animals due to distemper outbreak
ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – The Roswell Animal Shelter will be euthanizing all of the animals in its care in the next 15 days if they are not reclaimed because of a potentially fatal virus. The virus, Distemper, is a respiratory illness that is highly contagious. Bill that would give teachers pay raises in New Mexico moves forward The shelter said seven of its dogs tested positive despite not showing any symptoms. Roswell Animal Services said euthanization is not taken lightly, but is necessary to protect the community. The city told KRQE News 13 there are currently 65 dogs at the shelter and they are not up for adoption. Only a previous owner can reclaim them or a rescue organization can take them into their care. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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20-02-2025
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Roswell Animal Services forced to euthanize dogs in their care
ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – Roswell Animal Services says starting in two weeks all dogs in the shelter will have to be euthanized unless they are adopted, reclaimed or rescued. Story continues below Business: Forbes Travel Guide's 2025 Star Award winners include 5 New Mexico businesses Crime: New Mexico man found guilty of raping woman he met on social media Don't Miss: APD asks for adult and parental figures to get involved to curb juvenile crime The animal shelter has been given 14 days to get every dog in their care to be adopted. Any dogs that remain in the shelter past the 14 days will be euthanized. The city says this is due to the highly contagious viral disease called distemper and other diseases that have been spreading at the shelter over the last eight months. The shelter says the disease is preventable and urges pet owners to vaccinate their dogs. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
