The City of Henderson Animal Care and Control is modifying operations in response to a recent canine Pneumovirus case in a shelter dog.
This is the first confirmed case of the virus at the Henderson Animal Shelter. Several other dogs are suspected to have the virus as well, based on symptoms. There is no vaccine for the virus currently. The virus is not contagious to humans or cats.
In an effort to isolate the exposed population of dogs, while minimizing the risk of healthy dogs being exposed, dog adoptions are temporarily closed.
Animal Care and Control is temporarily ceasing intake of relinquished pets, instead recommending owners explore other options, including rehoming sites, rescue groups and friends and family for assistance.
Pneumovirus is a contagious respiratory virus with symptoms including coughing, sneezing, and nasal discharge. Pneumovirus can progress to pneumonia and difficulty breathing.
Cat and critter adoptions are still open to the public.