""Parvo is highly contagious and potentially deadly, so when the puppies tested positive, Boston Animal Control immediately reached out to us for help,""
""Golden Retrievers are a highly sought-after breed, so it's abnormal that a bunch were found sick and alone outside like this,""
""No one has stepped forward to claim the dogs, so considering all of the circumstances, we believe they were abandoned.""
""We know that there will be a lot of interest in adopting Big Red. Although we can only pick one adopter, we're so excited that he'll soon have the very best home and a bright future after a challenging start,""
Five golden retriever puppies were found near Geneva Avenue in Dorchester on Aug. 23. Three of the five puppies tested positive for parvovirus, a highly contagious virus that can spread via fecal contamination and can kill an infected puppy within 48 hours of showing symptoms. Boston Animal Control engaged MSPCA-Angell for assistance, and MSPCA-Angell advised owners to vaccinate their dogs. Two infected puppies were hospitalized for six days before entering foster care. The third infected puppy, Big Red, will be available for adoption within nine days after clearing the virus and gastrointestinal parasites. An investigation into the abandonment is ongoing.
Read at Boston.com
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