MAS euthanizes another 104 dogs after second distemper outbreak

By , Daily Memphian Updated: March 18, 2025 6:27 PM CT | Published: March 18, 2025 6:27 PM CT

Memphis Animal Services staff have euthanized more than 200 dogs so far this year in attempts to control a distemper outbreak that has plagued the shelter since January.

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Jody Callahan

Jody Callahan graduated with degrees in journalism and economics from what is now known as the University of Memphis. He has covered news in Memphis for more than 25 years.


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