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MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission (MADACC) is temporarily suspending intake of healthy cats.

They say this is a precautionary measure due to a recent increase in feline panleukopenia cases among outdoor and shelter cats. The virus spreads through direct contact with infected cats or their bodily fluids, or indirectly through contaminated food bowls, bedding, litter boxes, or clothing.

MADACC says this is a necessary step in order to protect the safety of cats currently in their care.

“Our first responsibility is to protect the animals in our care,” said Karen Sparapani, executive director of MADACC. “By pausing the intake of healthy cats, we can focus our efforts on containment, sanitation, and treatment to stop the spread of this danger

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