Canine Parvovirus Cases Increase
in Central Orange County
OC Animal Care
Orange County Animal Care
Services (OCACS) has seen a significant increase in Canine
Parvovirus cases among dogs impounded during August and
September. A majority of the cases have specifically come from
the City of Santa Ana, although there have been numerous cases
in animals impounded throughout central Orange County.
Canine Parvovirus is a highly contagious disease in dogs that
attacks the intestinal tract, causing severe vomiting, diarrhea
(often with blood), dehydration, and sometimes death. Other
symptoms may include loss of appetite, lethargy/depression, and
fever. Symptoms can occur anywhere from three to twelve days
after exposure and can range from mild to very severe. Puppies
are often the most susceptible to the viral disease, but it is
recommended that all dogs receive their vaccinations and/or
boosters. If your dog begins to show signs of Canine Parvovirus,
you should immediately take it to your local veterinarian. Early
treatment can save your pets life.
Vaccination is the most effective control measure for preventing
canine parvovirus. The following low cost vaccination clinics
will offer Canine Parvovirus vaccinations:
City of Santa Ana -
Map
2nd and 4th Sunday of the month from 1:30 - 3 p.m.
Civic Center building 28 (Near the new parking structure-enter
on Santa Ana Boulevard),
Santa Ana, 92701
Orange County Animal Care
Services -
Map
First Tuesday evening of every month from 7 - 8:30 p.m.
561 The City Drive
Orange, 92868
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