In an effort to save all the injured and sick animals at the city shelter, Austin Pets Alive developed a program for parvovirus treatment and a protocol for distemper treatment. As a result, save rates for these diseases approach an impressive 85 percent.
In a presentation at the 2012 Maddie's® Shelter Medicine Conference at the University of Florida, Dr. Ellen Jefferson, Veterinarian and Executive Director of Austin Pets Alive!, discussed the disease and the methods used to treat and care for animals suffering from the illness in shelter settings.
She covered:
- How to save dogs with canine distemper virus
- How to prevent distemper virus
- How to leverage community support so your shelter can afford to save affected pets
After viewing the presentation, click here to take the quiz and receive a Certificate of Attendance!