11/01/2026
Wi******er PLEASE PLEASE make sure your pets are protected. Please get with your veterinarian and make sure your pets are protected. Please spread the word!
DISTEMPER ALERT!
We were contacted by a wildlife rehabber that 15 raccoons and counting have tested positive for distemper from the Heather Lane, Stoneybrook, Casa Landa, Fontaine, and Lyndale areas. This area is rich in resources for wildlife in addition to the food sources created by humans so it is a prime scenario for the disease to spread. Distemper is airborne so it is vital to keep your pets vaccinated to protect them. Never approach wildlife. Monitor your pets while outdoors and do not put pet food or unsecured trash outdoors. Bird feeders can also attract wildlife and should be removed until this issue resolves.
There will be a vaccination clinic at the shelter on Wednesday, November 4. Check our page for a seperate post about that if your pet is not up to date. If your pet has potentially been exposed through a wildlife interaction contact your veterinarian
If you see wildlife that appears sick or injured call the Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife Conservation Officer at (859)623-2404. Or a licensed wildlife rehabber such as Fury Fixers at (502)603-7173.