'We were privileged to share the short time with them. We won’t forget you Ginny and George.'
The Golden Retriever puppies had been in the care of rescue group Almost Home Animal Rescue NI for eight days when they showed signs of the virus on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
“In rescue Parvo is the one word that makes us all feel physically sick, it’s so highly contagious and has such a poor prognosis. So we were on high alert and we of course had our full protocol in place so hygiene was always of the highest standard. Almost Home Animal Rescue NI and Mid Antrim Animal Sanctuary took in all 29 puppies, with an estimated street value of around £30,000, including Golden Retrievers, German Shepherds plus a number of cross breeds. Each was health checked, wormed, vaccinated and given names.
"Thankfully the remaining six Retriever pups have had second vaccinations and remain strong and healthy and we hope in the coming weeks that they’ll find families and so much love. The virus is extremely hardy and can survive outside the body for at least six months and possibly much longer. Boosters are important for dogs to keep up to date with, but the time between these varies so check with your vet to see how often your dog should be vaccinated.
If I suspect my dog has parvo what action do I take? Call your vet practice immediately for advice. Make sure to tell them what symptoms your dog or puppy has, and if you have the information, tell them if they have come into contact with a dog with confirmed Parvovirus.Parvo deaths tend to happen within 48 to 72 hours after the symptoms present themselves.
Treatment for parvo is designed to support a dog’s immune system and help their body become strong enough to fight the disease. Parvovirus has a number of strains and can also reinvent itself meaning some dogs suffer respiratory or heart failure.
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