Liver Fluke Threat to Dogs in California | San Diego News

A deadly liver fluke parasite, once thought to be limited to the South, is now spreading across California and the Southwest — infecting dogs through contaminated water and causing severe liver damage or death. After a dog owner’s frantic search for answers led to a breakthrough discovery by UC Riverside scientist Dr. Adler Dillman, researchers found nearly 25% of high-risk dogs tested positive. The parasite, which enters through skin contact with infected snails in rivers like the Colorado, is now a major public health concern for pet owners — and scientists are racing to map infection hotspots and warn the public before more dogs suffer. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d35aa80b70de8e19