Canine Parvovirus season

I often have to tell customers why we require vaccination records for grooming before we take in new dogs, especially puppies.  Just imaging our dogs out and about sniffing and walking through all kinds of wonderful stuff daily, you know they can't bathe themselves everyday!  They are exposed to viruses that can be easily prevented with vaccines.  A Nor Cal vet recently saw an increase in Parvo.  Parvo is a commonly known nasty virus & can easily spread directly/indirectly through a sick dog.    See full story via Andersonvalleypost.com

"The virus attacks the gastrointestinal system and can lead to lethargy, vomiting and bloody diarrhea."

"The virus passes from the dog through feces, and the virus can live for seven years in the soil, King said. Dogs that are kept indoors are not protected from the virus either, as people can carry the virus from the outside on the bottoms of their shoes. The change in weather can bring it up out of the ground."

So protect your furry kids!  The best treatment is prevention!