SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Syracuse Police Department Animal Control Unit is warning the public about increasing numbers of parvovirus among dogs in the community.
In a Facebook post, the Department cautioned owners to recognize the dangers of parvovirus, also known as parvo. It’s a highly contagious and potentially deadly disease that affects unvaccinated dogs and puppies.
Parvo can spread from contaminated environments like soil and sidewalks. The virus lives on surfaces for years and is commonly spread through contact with unvaccinated dogs’ feces…