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31/03/2025
🐕 PARVOVIRUS CASES ON THE CENTRAL COAST and NEWCASTLE 🐈⬛️
A warning to all PET owners, there are current confirmed cases of both CANINE and FELINE parvovirus on the Central Coast and Newcastle areas.
Yes CATS have a Parvovirus too!
How is Parvovirus spread?
It is spread through contaminated faeces and contaminated surfaces. The highly contagious virus can be present for months and years.
- The environment. Including the ground, concrete, trees.
- Toys, bedding, litter trays and other objects.
- Our hands, shoes and clothing.
- Our pets fur and paws.
SYMPTOMS include:
- Diarrhoea, often with blood.
- Vomiting.
- Lack of appetite.
- Lethargy or weakness.
- Abdominal pain or bloating.
- Low or high temperatures.
PREVENTION of Parvovirus:
- Make sure all puppies/dogs and kittens/cats are up to date with vaccinations.
- Puppies and don't have full immunity until after 2 weeks after their final booster vaccinations. Don't walk puppies outside your home until after this time.
- Limit access to high risk areas such as dog parks and heavily frequented areas, especially when your pet is unwell.
How is Parvovirus diagnosed?
- A simple test in the clinic that takes 10 minutes.
How is Parvovirus treated?
- There is NO cure!
- Treatment is supportive care, which usually means multiple days hospitalised with fluids and medications until the pet is well enough to go home. These treatments can be costly, and doesn't guarantee your pet will recover.
If you believe your pet may be infected with Parvovirus:
- Isolate your pet immediately.
- Webvet. Video call with a Vet, 24/7 (link bellow)
- Contact us on 43464009, or your local vet clinic to arrange an appointment.
- In severe cases, call your local emergency clinic.
For further information please see the link below.
https://www.greencrossvets.com.au/pet-library/articles-of-interest/what-is-parvovirus/
https://www.greencrossvets.com.au/webvet/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw-qi_BhBxEiwAkxvbkIlnHe1jH1lkP9crP2ixVVHK9SIcCxMWqdzGrCeQwlmazPHsFHbUJhoCoKgQAvD_BwE
