One of the females, Pumpkin, is quite sick and the veterinarian and assistant quickly went to work on her giving her fluids and injections to help with her dehydration and weakness. The other four Goldens are in isolation being treated and are under observation for how this aggressive virus will play out in their system.
Canine Parvovirus is often deadly and requires much in the way of immediate, aggressive medical attention and support. Treatment is expensive, but necessary, to ensure we give these Golden pups a fighting chance. We need your donations now more than ever and greatly appreciate your giving during these difficult times!
About the Canine Parvovirus (CPV)
The main source of parvo is from the feces of infected dogs. Susceptible dogs become infected by ingesting the virus. Dogs that become infected with the virus and show clinical signs will usually become ill within six to ten days of the initial infection. Time is of the essence as the virus attacks the intestinal tract resulting in severe dehydration, electrolyte imbalances and infection in the bloodstream. Once the bacteria has entered the blood stream it becomes very difficult to save the dog. There is no treatment to kill the virus once it infects the dog. However, an aggressive treatment consisting of intravenous fluids and antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs increase the chance of the dog recovering.
