Springs SPCA is temporarily under quarantine after distemper case
Springs SPCA is under quarantine until further notice.
The Springs SPCA recently announced the facility is under quarantine because one dog tested positive for distemper.
Distemper is a highly contagious and deadly disease that affects unvaccinated and vulnerable dogs, including puppies and adult dogs with compromised immunity.
To contain this virus, the SPCA veterinarian placed the facility under quarantine to monitor and minimise the risk of spreading distemper in the facility and community.
They have also vaccinated all adoption dogs to increase their protection. In a statement, the SPCA disclosed there is no exact timeline for the duration of the quarantine.
“Our veterinarian will make that determination based on conditions to ensure that our facility is safe before reopening,” said the SPCA manager Annecia le Roux.
She encourages pet owners to vaccinate their dogs to protect them from serious and life-threatening diseases like distemper.
What you need to know about distemper
• Distemper spreads easily through contact between dogs or shared items like water bowls, food dishes, bedding, or even the air.
• It can also spread through contact with an infected dog’s urine, blood, or saliva.
• Symptoms include fever, coughing, nasal discharge, lethargy, vomiting, diarrhoea, and, in severe cases, neurological issues like seizures.
“Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we work together to protect our community’s animals,” said Le Roux.
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