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Forsyth County, GA Cat Adoptions Closed After Virus Confirmed
Cumming, GA – Cat adoptions and new cat intakes have been temporarily suspended at the Forsyth County Pet Resource Center after officials confirmed a case of feline panleukopenia virus in one of the s
By Lauren Beckett · 2026-10-07T14:39:06.092Z
Cumming, GA – Cat adoptions and new cat intakes have been temporarily suspended at the Forsyth County Pet Resource Center after officials confirmed a case of feline panleukopenia virus in one of the shelter's cats.
According to the Forsyth County Pet Resource Center, the facility is following cleaning, quarantine and medical protocols under the direction of the Georgia Department of Agriculture and its veterinarian. The measures are intended to reduce the risk of the virus spreading to other cats.
Officials said the shelter's cat adoption area has been closed, with access limited to staff. All cat adoptions and intakes will remain paused until further notice while employees clean and monitor the animals.
The Forsyth County Sheriff 's Office also shared the center's announcement Wednesday, calling attention to the temporary changes.
Feline panleukopenia is a highly contagious viral disease affecting cats. The virus can spread through direct contact with infected animals as well as contaminated environments and objects. Young and unvaccinated cats are particularly vulnerable.
The temporary restrictions apply only to cats. The center emphasized that dog intakes and adoptions remain open and fully operational, and residents interested in adopting a dog can continue visiting the facility.
No reopening date for cat adoptions or intakes was announced. The center said it is taking precautions to protect the animals and prevent additional spread while the affected areas are cleaned and monitored.
Residents with questions can contact the Forsyth County Pet Resource Center at 678 965 7185. The center lists phone hours from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.
Officials are expected to provide additional information when normal cat intake and adoption operations can safely resume.