OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue has treated more than 26 parvo-positive pets this year, with three still hospitalized. Veterinarians urge dog owners to vaccinate as treatment costs can reach $10,000.
- Parvo virus attacks a dog’s intestines and immune system and can be fatal, especially for unvaccinated puppies.
- As the only rescue in the Midwest that willingly takes parvo pets, Muddy Paws’ medical fund is running low, but volunteers remain committed to helping animals
- Muddy Paws’ free monthly vaccination clinic is on November 22 at Helping Hands for Senior Plans (8602 N 30th St.) from 9 a.m. to noon.
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Pet owners in Omaha are being warned about a surge in parvo virus cases affecting dogs, with one rescue calling it “the worst strain we’ve seen in years.”
Parvo virus attacks a dog’s intestines and immune system and can be fatal, especially for unvaccinated puppies…