CHICAGO, Illinois -- Authorities in Ohio and across the U.S. have been getting some strange calls about so-called "zombie" raccoons. The raccoons are infected with distemper, a virus that can kill ...

Canine distemper is a highly contagious virus caused by the paramyxovirus. It is seen in dogs around the world, but it can also affect ferrets, racoons, skunks, grey foxes, and many other animals.

JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) – Officials are urging dog owners to ensure their pets are up to date on vaccinations for the distemper virus. According to Jonesboro Animal Control, more cases of distemper ...

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Over 100 dogs have been euthanized at Memphis Animal Services due to a severe outbreak of canine distemper virus. The shelter is now closed as officials work to get the outbreak under ...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Louisville Metro Animal Services was forced to close Friday over a case of canine distemper. In a Facebook post, LMAS said it had to close both buildings on Newburg Road in ...

Dogs can get sick just like humans. The best way to prevent the spread of illness is to vaccinate your pet. There are several "core vaccines" dogs should get to combat serious diseases, Dr. Jerry ...

Colorado Parks and Wildlife has responded to multiple cases of canine distemper among raccoons in La Plata County. “We are seeing it pretty widespread around the area right now,” said CPW spokesman ...

The Sioux Falls Area Humane Society has temporarily paused cat adoptions and owner surrenders due to suspected illness.

Animal Control in Stickney, Illinois, is worried that the town's skunks may have distemper as well Small town problems include drunk birds, and now, zombie raccoons. According to Patch.com, the ...