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October 9th, 2025

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News of the Weird

By News of the Weird

Published Oct. 9, 2025

Ignominious

The San Diego Humane Society has put the city on the map, but maybe not in a good way.

CBS8-TV reported that the SDHS claims the city has more fleas than any other city in the United States, making its pets miserable.

"We have a perfect climate here, where it is warm year-round," said Zarah Hedge, chief medical officer at the SDHS. "It's just a perfect environment for them to live in."

Hedge recommended pet owners talk to their veterinarians about treatment.

Or, you could move. [CBS8, 7/8/2024]