Vaccinate pets against parvovirus
Some of the symptoms to look out for include vomiting, diarrhoea (with traces of blood), no appetite, lethargy, dehydration and weight loss.

Dog owners are being encouraged to vaccinate their four-legged friends against parvovirus as there appears to be a rise in cases in the mid-South Coast lately.
Nicky Koekemoer from 4 Paws and a Tale Rescue, a non-profit organisation which cares for abandoned pets and street animals throughout the region, visited the Craigieburn area last week for her regular dog and cat feeding in a township when she made the discovery.
She learned that there was an outbreak of the virus in certain parts of the area, where several puppies died and others sick.
“It was a heartbreaking morning, and the residents there are poor, and most don’t have transport to get to the SPCA to have their dogs vaccinated, and we don’t have the funds to do this,” she explained.
Some of the symptoms to look out for include vomiting, diarrhoea (with traces of blood), no appetite, lethargy, dehydration and weight loss.
It is highly contagious; therefore, it is advised that dogs are vaccinated as a preventative measure.
For the other dogs in this area, it was an enjoyable day as they received lots of food and had full bellies.

“At least tummies will be full for a while again until we go back for the next feed,” said Nicky.
“A big thank you to all the folks who regularly donate food to us for this blessed cause. Without your support, we can never do what we do.”
Donations are always welcome to help change and better the lives of animals in need. If you are unable to donate to this organisation, you could always support their charity shop at Thira Village, 142 Scott Street, Scottburgh.
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