FORT PIERCE, Fla. (CBS12) — Fort Pierce officials are warning residents after the Fort Pierce Animal Adoption Center confirmed 11 cases of Canine Parvovirus, a sharp increase that has prompted an urgent call for prevention and vigilance among dog owners.
Parvo is a highly contagious and potentially deadly virus, especially for unvaccinated dogs and puppies. It spreads through infected feces or contaminated surfaces such as grass, sidewalks, shoes, and hands, and can persist in the environment for extended periods…