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Jan. 10, 2013, 11:49 a.m.

A highly contagious virus that is deadly to dogs has appeared in western Queensland, with three animals infected in a week.

Cases of canine parvovirus reappeared at veterinary clinics in Mount Isaover the weekend, sparking calls for residents to take precautionary measure to protect their pets.

Paws, Hoofs and Claws Charity president Sue Carson admitted three dogs with the potentially fatal virus to the veterinary last week.

Bear, a four-month old collie cross and two newborn French-Boxer cross puppies were still recovering from the illness.

Mrs Carson said the highly contagious virus existed anywhere infected animals had been and could lay dormant in the ground for morethan a year.

"It's passed through bodily fluids like urine and faeces," she said.

"Its not just in backyards, it can affect parks and footpaths too."

Mrs Carson said people new to Mount Isa or thinking about purchasing a new pet needed to be wary of where they took their dogs.

"It's a timely warning for the residents of Mount Isa," she said.

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