Veterinarians Warn Of Rare Outbreak Affecting Adult And Vaccinated Dogs

Pet owners in the Tucson, Arizona area are being warned about a potentially deadly outbreak of a virus killing dogs in the community.

The disease, known as canine parvovirus (or simply parvo) can affect dogs even if they are fully grown and vaccinated. Parvo resurfaces every few years, leaving a wake of sick dogs in its path.

According to KGUN-TV in Tucson, Marana Parks and Recreation officials say veterinarians believe parvo is spreading among multiple dogs in the Southern Arizona area, some of which have died.

Animal control is urging people to pick up after dogs when at dog parks and other public spaces to keep the disease from spreading.

The Twin Peaks Veterinary Center in Tucson has already seen nearly 20 cases. The staff there say at least one case involved a dog that had picked up the illness from a dog park. If you are in the area, vets are encouraging dog owners to steer clear of dog parks for a few weeks until the incidents have blown over.

Parvo symptoms develop within 3 to 7 days and include lethargy, vomiting, fever, and diarrhea (usually containing blood).

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