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Can dogs get sick from going to dog parks?
Ernestina Padberg
2025-07-05 16:36:13
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Like any wildlife filled outdoor space, diseases can be present. It is important to be aware of your dogs behavior and understand the risks involved. The Following is a list of diseases your dog(s) may encounter while enjoying the leash free wildlife area. Canine Distemper is very contagious. Puppies and/or senior dogs are the most susceptible and they become infected from virus particles in the air. Canine Parvovirus is a very contagious virus that attacks the gastrointestinal system, causing fever, severe vomiting and diarrhea. Leptospirosis is caused by a bacteria that is shed in the urine of infected animals. Dogs infected with Leptospira may develop fever, weakness, diarrhea, vomiting, kidney or liver failure. Ticks are very common and can transmit a variety of diseases that can affect both humans and pets. Intestinal Parasites such as roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, and tapeworms lay eggs that are passed in a dog’s stool.
Osvaldo Deckow
2025-06-25 14:25:24
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Dog park possibly made my dog sick. I recently started taking my very energetic dog to the dog park. It’s one you have to pay for a tag to go to the park and in order to get the tag, you have to provide proof of vaccinations for your dog. This doesn’t seem to be enforced and the sign stating a tag is required is so small. After taking her there 3-4 times, I noticed she’s seemed not quite herself and she doesn’t seem to feel well. I take her own water bowl and try and prevent her from sharing from the communal water, but she has still drank from those bowls. I’m scared she contracted something from the park.
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