Raccoons seized from Kawartha Lakes animal sanctuary euthanized after being diagnosed with distemper: Ministry
The seizure of more than 80 raccoons from a Kawartha Lakes wildlife sanctuary by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry last September made headlines. The seizure left many people with questions, including what happened to the animals from Mally’s Third Chance Raccoon Rescue and Rehabilition. Tricia Mason reports and a warning some might find...
Environment
Jan 18
Toronto raccoon service calls increase amid suspected distemper outbreak
Toronto Animal Services says it is seeing an uptick in service calls for dead, sick and injured raccoons due to a suspected outbreak of canine distemper virus. Brittany Rosen has more.
Global News at 5:30 Toronto
Apr 24, 2023
Look out for sick raccoons
Wed, May 27: Lethbridge city officials are asking people to be on the lookout for sick raccoons after nine animals tested positive for canine distemper. Kimberly Tams reports.
May 27, 2015
Concerns raised over health of dogs seized from suspected puppy mill
At least one of the dogs recently seized from a suspected puppy mill in Edmonton has tested positive for canine distemper.
Global News Hour at 6 Edmonton
Aug 15, 2019
AARCS in lockdown after distemper outbreak
The Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society (AARCS) is in lockdown after a potentially deadly virus was detected in several of its rescue dogs. As Craig Momney reports, the organization is reaching out to the public to help.
Canada
May 31, 2022
