Deadly dog virus is spreading across Arizona. Veterinarians say it's preventable.
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Key Points:
- Canine parvovirus cases in Arizona have surged by 250% compared to last year, prompting emergency veterinarians to urge pet owners to act quickly if symptoms appear.
- The virus is highly contagious, attacks the immune and digestive systems, and can survive on surfaces for up to two years, making containment difficult.
- Puppies between six weeks and six months old, especially those not fully vaccinated, are most at risk, with symptoms including vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, and loss of appetite.
- There is no antiviral treatment for parvovirus; supportive care is essential, and vaccination remains the most effective prevention method.
- Several low-cost vaccination clinics are available across the Phoenix and Tucson areas, offering affordable parvovirus vaccines to help protect dogs from this deadly disease.