San Francisco experiences a spike in deadly dog virus, canine parvovirus, prompting free vaccine clinics. Disease is spread through contaminated surfaces and dog-to-dog contact. Puppies and unvaccinated dogs are most at risk.
Key Points
Steep increase in canine parvovirus cases in San Francisco
Virus is spread through contaminated surfaces and dog-to-dog contact
Puppies and unvaccinated dogs are most at risk
Pros
Free vaccine clinics available for dog owners
Efforts to combat the spread of the virus with vaccination
Cons
Increased cases of canine parvovirus in San Francisco