Dr. Garrett Wood was interviewed today by our friends at NBC29 News about the recent Parvo outbreak in Fluvanna’s SPCA. To learn more click here and check out his interview.
Some big takeaways from his interview with Kate Nuechterlein
- We know that there are a number of dogs in our area that have been diagnosed with, treated for or succumbed to Parvo virus.
- Parvo virus is completely preventable and veterinarian administered vaccines are highly effective.
- Survival rates are higher when diagnosed early on. Symptoms of Parvo virus to be on the lookout for include:
- Blood in vomit or stool
- Lethargy
- Lack of desire to eat or drink