Update on the Parvo Puppies
Dear Greg,
A few weeks ago you answered our call when seven puppies came into our care. Thank you again for your generous support!
We know our community is deeply invested in their well-being, so I wanted to send you an update on their progress and let you know how they’re doing.
As you know, these puppies were battling parvovirus, a disease which can be deadly for young and unvaccinated dogs. Since then, they have been in recovery. Unfortunately, last week, one of the pups fell ill. She had stomach issues and then a seizure. We immediately rushed her for emergency care. She was hospitalized where she received testing to determine what was happening, and we got some unexpected news.
A test for the canine distemper virus came back positive. Since that time, all the puppies have been tested. One more was hospitalized with minor symptoms, and three others show they were exposed to the virus but have no symptoms.
Distemper can be a serious and potentially fatal disease in dogs, with puppies being the most vulnerable. It is complex to treat. We are receiving guidance on their care from Dr. Scott Weese, an infectious disease expert at the Ontario Veterinary College.
This situation is an important reminder for all dog owners to protect their pets by ensuring they are up to date on their vaccines.
The good news is that all of the puppies remain stable as of today, and we look forward to sharing their updates with you.
Thank you once again for your ongoing support. We’re deeply grateful to be part of a community that cares so much for animals.
