Renton, Washington – A deadly virus is impacting numerous dogs in western Washington, with one of the virus hot spots located at a popular park in Renton. Happy Tail Animal Hospital in Renton has been raising awareness about the presence of a deadly and highly contagious virus among dogs in the area.
Practice manager Alecia Dolman from Happy Tail Animal Hospital emphasized the importance of pet owners being vigilant about the symptoms of the virus, such as bloody diarrhea, lethargy, lack of appetite, and vomiting. Dolman shared that the hospital has witnessed 10-12 cases of parvovirus in the span of nine months, with one unfortunate fatality. She urged the community to take proactive measures to prevent the virus from spreading further.
All the cases of parvovirus encountered by Dolman’s team have been traced back to a popular park in Renton, Petrovitsky Park. Dolman expressed deep concern about the prevalence of the virus in that particular location, highlighting the need for increased awareness and preventive actions to protect pets.
Upon reaching out to King County Parks, officials acknowledged the reports of the virus at Petrovitsky Park and stated their intention to install signs around the park to inform visitors about the situation and provide preventive measures. While an antidote for the Parvovirus is available at Happy Tail Animal Hospital, veterinarians recommend that pet owners prioritize vaccination as the best defense against the virus.