Our dogs, own our hearts and when there is something that we need to know as pup parents, are ears pop up. Right now, dog owners are being warned to take precautions after a recent increase in canine parvovirus cases. Parvovirus is extremely contagious, can survive through Maine winters and is very resilient. And if you don’t get your dog treatment, parvo can be fatal, quickly. If your pup isn’t fully vaccinated, keep them away from public dogs areas and other dogs.