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Henderson Animal Shelter in Las Vegas has temporarily halted dog adoptions and intake of relinquished pets after a confirmed case of Canine Pneumovirus, a contagious respiratory virus with no vaccine. The shelter is isolating exposed dogs and continuing cat and other animal adoptions while warning pet owners to watch for symptoms and consult veterinarians if their dogs appear sick.
Orange County Animal Services in Orlando has temporarily halted the acceptance of new dogs due to a contagious respiratory virus, canine pneumovirus, commonly known as "kennel cough." While adoptions will continue, the shelter is limiting contact between animals and waiving adoption fees for "ready to go" animals. The shelter suspects several dogs have already been affected by the virus and advises keeping newly adopted dogs separate from resident dogs to monitor for any potential health issues.
Orange County Animal Services in Florida is modifying operations in response to a confirmed case of canine pneumovirus in a shelter dog. The shelter will temporarily suspend intake of stray and relinquished pets to isolate the exposed population and prevent further spread of the virus. They encourage finders of healthy stray pets to use their Lost & Found Pet Forum and other means to reunite them with their owners. Adoption services will continue, with waived fees for dogs designated "ready to go." The shelter urges pet owners to be aware of symptoms and consult a veterinarian if their dog appears sick.