A multi-state outbreak of a drug-resistant illness linked to pet store puppies is currently under investigation, according to the CDC.
As of December 2017, two people in both Connecticut and New York were infected with Campylobacter bacteria — which is resistant to commonly recommended, first-line antibiotics making it difficult to treat.
Epidemiologic and laboratory evidence indicates that contact with puppies sold through Petland stores is a likely source of this outbreak.
Since the last update on October 30, 2017, 30 more ill people have been reported from 11 states. The most recent illness began on Oct. 23, 2017.
As of Dec. 12, 2017, 97 people with laboratory-confirmed infections or symptoms consistent with Campylobacter infection have been linked to this outbreak. Illnesses have been reported from 17 states.
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