Valley Fever Threatens Southwest Pets | Phoenix News

Valley fever is a sneaky fungal threat hitting pets in the Southwest, especially after dust storms and monsoon season—thousands of dogs and cats get sick yearly in Arizona alone, costing pet owners $60 million annually in vet bills. Up to 10% of dogs in key counties can contract it, since the fungus lives in the soil. While mild cases respond well to antifungal meds, severe infections can cause lasting damage—or even death. Early detection and treatment are your best bet for a happy, healthy pet. 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/d10ff714837cd689