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Screwworm medications straining animal shelter budgets across Texas
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: KEYE , as published by CBS Austin (KEYE) - Local
· June 19, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on the outbreak and its impact on local shelters can be found through CBS Austin, which has reported on the issue and its effects on animal shelter budgets across the state.
A screwworm outbreak is affecting animal shelters in Texas, including those near West Lake Hills . The outbreak is putting a strain on shelter budgets. Medications are being used to combat the issue, including instant kill and preventative treatments for dogs and cats.
Further details on the outbreak and its impact on local shelters can be found through CBS Austin, which has reported on the issue and its effects on animal shelter budgets across the state.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 19, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Austin (KEYE) - Local ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A screwworm outbreak is affecting animal shelters in Texas, including those near West Lake Hills . The outbreak is putting a strain on shelter budgets. Medications are being used to combat the issue…
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