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Press release from the City of Brockton:
March 18, 2021
In recent weeks, the Animal Control Department has responded to numerous calls involving sick skunks and raccoons. It appears an outbreak of Distemper is affecting wild animals in the City.
Distemper is a highly contagious and often fatal virus affecting skunks, raccoons, dogs, cats and other animals; humans are not affected. The disease targets respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts as well as the spinal cord and brain.
Symptoms include but are not limited to the following:
Eye inflammation Eye/Nose discharge Labored Breathing/Coughing Vomiting and Diarrhea Lethargy If you see a wild animal exhibiting signs of being sick immediately contact the Animal Control Department (508-580-7835) or Police Department (508-941-0200). Do not approach or attempt to handle the animal. Also, ensure your pets are up to date with their vaccinations and supervised while outdoors.
If you have any questions or concerns, contact the Animal Control Department or the Health Department – Animal Inspector (508-580-7175).
This press release was produced by the City of Brockton. The views expressed here are the author's own.
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