An outbreak of canine parvovirus in Windsor has now killed 14 dogs, according to a spokesperson for the Ministry of the Solicitor General.
Brent Ross told CTV News Animal Welfare Services (AWS) is strongly recommending concerned dog owners contact a veterinarian.
“To date, AWS has removed 21 dogs which were either sick or at risk of becoming sick. AWS is aware of 14 dogs having passed away, some of which died prior to AWS engagement,” Ross said in a statement.
On Dec. 13, CTV News reported a deadly outbreak in the Glengarry neighbourhood left 11 dogs dead and eight in the care of Animal Welfare.
Over the weekend, a mobile clinic was held in part by the Windsor-Essex Humane Society and the Hamilton-Burlington SPCA to provide free parvovirus vaccinations.
“AWS is aware of more cases of parvovirus concerns in the community and is working with humane society partners to hold …