06/23/2026
🪰 What Texas Hill Country Pet Owners Need to Know About New World Screwworms 🪰
New World Screwworms are not your typical fly larvae. Adult flies lay eggs in wounds or body openings, and once the larvae hatch, they burrow into living tissue where they continue to feed and grow.
This pest can affect:
🐶 Dogs
🐱 Cats
🐄 Livestock
🐦 Birds
🐑 Other warm-blooded animals
Because even small cuts, scratches, insect bites, or surgical sites can attract screwworm flies, routine prevention and early detection are more important than ever.
🛡️ Help protect your pet by:
• Performing daily skin and coat checks
• Keeping coats clean and free of mats
• Monitoring wounds closely
• Using veterinarian-recommended parasite preventatives
• Contacting your veterinarian immediately if you notice signs of infestation
Early intervention can make all the difference.
📞 Have questions about your pet's risk level or preventative options? Contact Manor Veterinary Hospital at 512-272-4151. Our team is here to help keep your pets safe and healthy.