17/11/2024
🐶🐶 Parvovirus 🐶🐶
You may have heard Parvovirus outbreaks are currently on the rise in Australia. Is your dog up to date with their yearly vaccinations? If not, please book in with us today to ensure they are covered.
Canine parvovirus (CPV) is a highly contagious viral disease of dogs that commonly causes acute and severe gastrointestinal illness in puppies, but can also affect older animals. Parvovirus can cause severe dehydration, shock and death in severe cases.
If you suspect your dog may have parvovirus, there are a few symptoms to be on the lookout for:
- Loss or lack of appetite
- Lethargy
- Abdominal bloating and pain
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea, often containing blood
Call us on 07 5447 1679 to book an appointment.
Dog owners have been warned after confirmed outbreaks of a highly contagious and potentially fatal virus.