At least 50 cases of dogs with parvovirus have been attended to in the last two weeks in Yucatán
Yucatán is experiencing an epidemic of canine parvovirus, as compared to last year, cases have increased by 40%, making this month the first high-aggressive season for this sector, according to Dr. Aniel Magaña Argáez, a veterinarian and zootechnician, in an interview with POR ESTO.
He informed that in the last two weeks more than 50 cases have been attended to, mostly puppies over two months old, as they are the most vulnerable sector, although adult dogs can also be infected or carry the virus.
The CPV (Canine Parvo Virus) is very contagious and has a short incubation period of between five and ten days, and once contaminated, the virus has affinity for organs with high cell turnover, such as the digestive system, which causes enteritis and diarrhea, cardiovascular system (causing myocarditis, sometimes fulminant), bone marrow, respiratory system, etc.
Because of the infectious/inflammatory process caused by the virus, other organs can be affected, leading to the death of the puppy.
He pointed out that in the state there is resistance to the virus due to high temperatures; however, the high season was from December to February and after April to June, but this year it has presented itself in an inverted manner, causing concern among veterinarians and pet owners.
Additionally, since the veterinary clinic where he works are conducting a study on cases of this virus, emphasizing that compared to last year there was a significant increase, that is to say, more than 40% in severe cases in consecutive weeks.
He highlighted that this situation is happening throughout the state, since veterinarians reported an increase in cases, mainly in Ticul and Valladolid, but that in more municipalities it is also presenting a higher frequency.
He explained that there is also a greater risk for street animals, as they may be potential carriers due to the ease of contagion they can have with other dogs.
