MEDIA RELEASE
   January 3 , 2024
    
   Hernando County Animal Services Modifies Dog Operations Until Further Notice
    
    ( Brooksville , FL ) – Hernando County Animal Services ( HCAS ) will be operating under modified dog operations beginning Thursday , January 4 , 2024 , due to an upper respiratory pathogen suspected to be Canine Pneumovirus amongst our kennel population . The modification will enable isolation of sick and exposed animals to allow the virus to run its course . Hernando County Animal Services is following best practices and taking a proactive approach based on consultation with the leading University of Florida infectious disease expert . Pneumovirus exists in our community and there is currently no vaccination to provide immunity . HCAS currently has 22 dogs showing signs of upper respiratory infection consistent with Pneumovirus . So far laboratory testing has confirmed one case of Pneumovirus . Pneumovirus is generally not fatal to dogs , no animals at HCAS have passed away due to this virus . All HCAS dogs will receive supportive care during their symptomatic period . Cat operations will remain as normal .  
   Modified canine services include:
   • Dog adoptions , visitations , and interactions will be done by appointment .
   • Dog intakes will be limited to essential dogs only including; bite quarantine dogs where the owner requests euthanasia , injured strays , stray dogs exhibiting aggressive and dangerous behavior , pre - approved owner requested euthanasia , and strays posing a risk to public safety .
   • Sterilization surgeries , will be suspended until the virus clears the shelter population .  
   Animal Services understands that modified dog operations will create a degree of inconvenience for citizens , we appreciate your patience as we work to protect the health and welfare of our animals and the community . The public will be notified when normal dog operations will resume .
    
   For questions or more information , please contact Hernando County Animal Services at ( 352 ) 796 - 5062 .
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