Rest in peace, Foxy.
I’m sad to say that we’ve experienced another death at the temple. Foxy is the first adult dog (since we started our program) to pass away. After returning from a sterilization, her immune system was very much weakened. Because she had not been vaccinated, she was extremely susceptible to the airborne virus, and she was not eating. Before we realized that she had distemper, it was too late. When Karin came to pick up Foxy along with some others, she was already long gone.
There’s a high possiblity that the distemper virus could be circulating around the temple, but thankfully, we have vaccinated close to all the adult dogs. However, some puppies were too young to be vaccinated, and they are vulnerable to the virus.
Let’s hope for the best…
October 19, 2007 at 4:30 am
Sorry to hear about Foxy’s death. It’s tough. These viruses are so resistent and incredibly stubborn.
It’s awesome that you’ve vaccinated almost all the others, though!
October 23, 2007 at 4:18 pm
Well done you folks, the work you are doing is wonderful.
Best wishes
Ally