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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 This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
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 This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
