14/02/2022
PARVO ALERT!!!!
There is currently an outbreak of Parvovirus in dogs in the Oswestry area. We currently have confirmed cases in hospital.
Parvo is a horrible virus that normally causes bloody diarrhoea (although not always bloody), vomiting, anorexia, temperature fluctuation and lethargy. All symptoms do not have to be present - your pet may show one or many.
This virus is very serious and can be fatal with the best chances depending on immediate treatment. Direct contact with another dog is not necessary since the virus can live in the environment for a substantial amount of time, and can also be transmitted by foxes.
Normally the dogs most at risk are those that are unvaccinated, especially puppies even if they are in the middle of a vaccine course. We would recommend that all dogs are fully vaccinated as this can reduce the severity of the disease.
If your pets are not up to date with their vaccines we would recommended that they have a booster or restart the vaccination course as soon as possible.
If you are unsure of your pets vaccination status please ring us to check on 01691 670067