Cobb animal shelter closes as cats, dogs deal with unknown illness

The Cobb County Animal Services Shelter has temporarily closed after an unknown illness affected the facility’s cats and dogs, authorities said.

Initially, a half-dozen animals became sick earlier this week, according to Cobb County Communications Director Ross Cavitt.

“When it became apparent the illnesses may be similar, the shelter’s vet ordered tests,” Cavitt said. “Our veterinarian requested the closure as a precautionary measure until test results come back early next week.”