News about monkeypox has humane societies wondering if pet owners are going to swamp them with prairie dogs and other animals which could get the smallpox-like disease. In the meantime, Wisconsin ag officials are briefing private vets about monkeypox so they know what to look for in any sick animals they might see. Shamane Mills reports.
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