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New World screwworm threat to pets
The USDA confirmed five cases of New World screwworm in the United States, including a dog in New Mexico—the first non-livestock animal infected in the current outbreak. The parasitic fly's larvae feed on living tissue, causing wounds, and the risk to humans and animals remains low and non-contagious. Pet owners are advised to regularly monitor animals for wounds, symptoms, or unusual behavior and seek veterinary treatment if infection is suspected.
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