Efforts to contain a parasite are affecting animal shelters. A flesh-eating insect has prompted restrictions on animal movement. This is causing crowded conditions in shelters that normally rely on adoptions to other parts of the country.

The parasite poses a threat to the beef industry and can also infect pets. As a result, most states have restricted animal movement from certain areas.

Further details about the situation and its impact on shelters are available from the source, including comments from an executive director of a humane organization.