Jayme Lozano

LUBBOCK — Ever since the New World screwworm burrowed into the U.S. last month, speculation has followed its trail. The first case of the screwworm was confirmed in June, and cases were up to 26 as of Monday. More cases could come to the Lone Star State —... See more

After the New World screwworm was found in a dog in Texas, pet owners across the state worried how it might affect their animal companions. But the state's uncontrollable stray animal population has the potential to make the spread of screwworm worse. And... See more

Horses at the Houston SPCA are given fly boots to protect their hooves from the New World screwworm. Their hooves are exposed to the elements, which make them vulnerable to wounds. Courtesy/SPCA Houston Advertisement Article continues below this ad LUBBOC... See more

LUBBOCK — After the New World screwworm was found in a dog in Texas, pet owners across the state worried how it might affect their animal companions. But the state's uncontrollable stray animal population has the potential to make the spread of screwworm ... See more

JAYME LOZANO CARVER The Texas Tribune LUBBOCK — After the New World screwworm was found in a dog in Texas, pet owners across the state worried how it might affect their animal companions. kAmqFE E96 DE2E6VD F?4@?EC@==23=6 DEC2J 2?:>2= A@AF=2E:@? 92D E9... See more