Specifically, the warning asked Bay Staters to report dead and sick birds, avoid contact, and keep their cats and domestic birds indoors. Officials said 500 to 1,000 wild bird deaths had been reported ...

The current bird flu outbreak is sweeping through both wild and domestic birds throughout the U.S., but cats and, to a certain extent, dogs are vulnerable as well.

BOSTON — The Animal Rescue League of Boston is seeing a steady influx of kittens born in the wild from communities throughout Massachusetts. The ARL has taken in 833 community cats in 2024, a 30 ...

Officials said 500 to 1,000 wild bird deaths had been reported around the state, as well as a 30-bird flock of domestic poultry in Plymouth County.

Tips to stay safe Avoid contact with sick or dying wild animals. Humans withh prolonged close contact with sick birds are at most risk of becoming infected. Keep pets away from sick or dead wildlife.

UPDATED: December 5, 2023 at 6:24 PM EST A coyote was euthanized in a Norfolk County community after the wild animal was reportedly “out in the daylight acting abnormally,” according to police.

EAST BROOKFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – A Massachusetts animal shelter has taken in a group of over 50 cats from a resident who can no longer take care of them.

A new bill signed by Gov. Maura Healey on Thursday will ban the practice of declawing cats in Massachusetts, a victory for animal rights activists who view declawing as inhumane.