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megansmomma · 03-17-2009, 03:03 PM

I did not want to believe that Oprah's puppy that she adopted from PAWS had passed away from Parvo. I was hoping that it was nothing more that smoke from the original source but sadly it looks to be true. Ivan did pass away this past weekend from Parvo and her other puppy Sadie has also become infected as well.

It is just so sad and heartbreaking.

OPRAH WINFREY: Oprah's second dog dies -- chicagotribune.com

chicagotribune.com
One of Oprah Winfrey's puppies succumbs to virus
By William Hageman
Tribune staff reporter
3:12 PM CDT, March 17, 2009

One of two puppies adopted by Oprah Winfrey this month has died.

Winfrey adopted an 8-week-old blond cocker spaniel from PAWS Chicago and introduced the puppy, named Sadie, to her TV audience on her March 6 show. She also brought out three of Sadie's littermates, one of whom she subsequently adopted and named Ivan.

Several days later, Ivan became ill with the highly contagious parvovirus. A spokeswoman for Winfrey's Harpo Productions confirmed Tuesday that Ivan died late last week. Sadie, too, was infected, but has stabilized for the first time since she began receiving treatment last Thursday. The spokeswoman said "she's holding her own for now."

Winfrey, in a statement to the Tribune, said, "I'm saddened by his passing, though we only had him for a weekend. I remain hopeful that Sadie will pull through."

Puppies, whose immune systems are not yet fully developed, are most susceptible to parvovirus, which is transmitted through fecal matter and vomit of infected dogs. It can be brought into a puppy's environment on someone's shoes or clothes or even on the tires of their car. It's extremely hardy and can survive in the environment for up to nine months. A pet owner doesn't know a dog is infected until the symptoms develop.

"It's a devastating disease when it hits," says Kathleen Heneghan, past president of the Chicago Veterinary Medical Association.

Symptoms include bloody vomiting and/or diarrhea, which can lead to extreme fluid loss and dehydration until shock and death result. Also, bacteria can invade the animal's entire body, resulting in the formation of septic toxins and death. It is not a threat to humans. With early and intensive treatment the survival rate is nearly 80 percent.

Winfrey has worked with and supported PAWS in the past, most notably during a series of shows last year about puppy mills and pet overpopulation. She also has funded a pet room at the facility.

Heneghan says that until a puppy has completed its shots, it's best to avoid areas where they might come in contact with the virus: the beach, puppy play dates, dog parks and so on.

"You have to treat a puppy like a brand-new baby," she says. "They're not fully protected until they're 4 months of age."

Heneghan also said that the best insurance for a pet owner is to develop a strong relationship with a vet.

"Make sure the puppy is checked out from Day 1. That way, if something does change and it becomes ill, you've already got someone you trust who you can bring the pet to."
Copyright © 2009, Chicago Tribune

Judy in Waco · 03-17-2009, 03:20 PM

Oh no! How sad.

I'm praying for little Sadie

manolos mom · 03-17-2009, 03:33 PM

Oh my Gosh, this just breaks my heart. I hope Sadie makes it...Poor little Ivan...

Zeus08 · 03-17-2009, 03:38 PM

Just goes to show that Parvo can occur even when you have the best care on your side. That just breaks my heart. I hope Sadie makes it.

mscat · 03-17-2009, 03:43 PM

I am so sorry to read this

Parvo is devasting. I pray that Sadie will pull through.

MyFairLacy · 03-17-2009, 03:51 PM

that's so sad.

Mom to Hot Rod · 03-17-2009, 04:16 PM

Oh that is so sad. I hope Sadie makes it. She was so excited about Sadie when she introduced her.

chandracz · 03-17-2009, 05:27 PM

wow, i hadn't heard about this. this is really sad, I feel really bad about it!!!! i really hope little sadie makes it!

yorkiesmiles · 03-17-2009, 06:12 PM

when I first heard rumblings of this over the weekend, I didn't want to believe it as truth. I am so sorry it has turned out to be fact

I wonder if she will talk about it during her Friday show

ChantalB · 03-17-2009, 06:27 PM

Oh no!!

Poor her. I got lots of respect for that woman since her "puppy mills special".

Really sorry to hear that.

Maxi · 03-17-2009, 08:37 PM

Oh this is so sad

I hope Sadie can pull through.

Amanda7 · 03-17-2009, 09:47 PM

This is heartbreaking news. I can only imagine how devastated she must be, knowing how she loves dogs. Prayers for Sadie.

chandracz · 03-18-2009, 06:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Maxi

Oh this is so sad

I hope Sadie can pull through.

This is so precious! Your baby has the same demeanor as my Bailey!

Nikis2 · 03-18-2009, 08:09 AM

How heartbreaking.....but this is a big red flag for all us breeders and dog lovers to make sure we educate our customers about these deadly diseases and how to handle our babies. I always try to make sure people take their shoes off at my door and wash their hands before I allow them to touch my babies. Years ago a friend of mine lost his whole litter of lab puppies he was advertising in the newspaper to parvo. A family had came over to see his puppies right after they visited another litter and carried it into his home. It was the saddest thing to watch. Him and his wife cried for weeks and he never bred again.

Josie's Mom · 03-18-2009, 09:05 AM

Oh, this is very sad news

I will keep Sadie in my thoughts for a
speedy recovery.

Hoping everything turns out well.

03-17-2009, 03:03 PM	#1
megansmomma Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Southwest Burbs of Chicago, Illinois Posts: 3,092	Oprah's puppy dies from Parvo I did not want to believe that Oprah's puppy that she adopted from PAWS had passed away from Parvo. I was hoping that it was nothing more that smoke from the original source but sadly it looks to be true. Ivan did pass away this past weekend from Parvo and her other puppy Sadie has also become infected as well. It is just so sad and heartbreaking. OPRAH WINFREY: Oprah's second dog dies -- chicagotribune.com chicagotribune.com One of Oprah Winfrey's puppies succumbs to virus By William Hageman Tribune staff reporter 3:12 PM CDT, March 17, 2009 One of two puppies adopted by Oprah Winfrey this month has died. Winfrey adopted an 8-week-old blond cocker spaniel from PAWS Chicago and introduced the puppy, named Sadie, to her TV audience on her March 6 show. She also brought out three of Sadie's littermates, one of whom she subsequently adopted and named Ivan. Several days later, Ivan became ill with the highly contagious parvovirus. A spokeswoman for Winfrey's Harpo Productions confirmed Tuesday that Ivan died late last week. Sadie, too, was infected, but has stabilized for the first time since she began receiving treatment last Thursday. The spokeswoman said "she's holding her own for now." Winfrey, in a statement to the Tribune, said, "I'm saddened by his passing, though we only had him for a weekend. I remain hopeful that Sadie will pull through." Puppies, whose immune systems are not yet fully developed, are most susceptible to parvovirus, which is transmitted through fecal matter and vomit of infected dogs. It can be brought into a puppy's environment on someone's shoes or clothes or even on the tires of their car. It's extremely hardy and can survive in the environment for up to nine months. A pet owner doesn't know a dog is infected until the symptoms develop. "It's a devastating disease when it hits," says Kathleen Heneghan, past president of the Chicago Veterinary Medical Association. Symptoms include bloody vomiting and/or diarrhea, which can lead to extreme fluid loss and dehydration until shock and death result. Also, bacteria can invade the animal's entire body, resulting in the formation of septic toxins and death. It is not a threat to humans. With early and intensive treatment the survival rate is nearly 80 percent. Winfrey has worked with and supported PAWS in the past, most notably during a series of shows last year about puppy mills and pet overpopulation. She also has funded a pet room at the facility. Heneghan says that until a puppy has completed its shots, it's best to avoid areas where they might come in contact with the virus: the beach, puppy play dates, dog parks and so on. "You have to treat a puppy like a brand-new baby," she says. "They're not fully protected until they're 4 months of age." Heneghan also said that the best insurance for a pet owner is to develop a strong relationship with a vet. "Make sure the puppy is checked out from Day 1. That way, if something does change and it becomes ill, you've already got someone you trust who you can bring the pet to." Copyright © 2009, Chicago Tribune __________________ DooDleBuG ~ PeBBleS ~ LiL' BoGeY http://yorkiehavenrescue.com/

03-17-2009, 03:20 PM	#2
Judy in Waco Gizzy & Kandi spoil me Donating Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Waco, Texas Posts: 7,894	Oh no! How sad. I'm praying for little Sadie __________________ Gizmo and Kandi's Judy

03-17-2009, 03:43 PM	#5
mscat Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Avenal, California Posts: 3,835	I am so sorry to read this Parvo is devasting. I pray that Sadie will pull through. __________________ "No matter how little money & how few possessions, you own, having a dog makes you rich." Last edited by mscat; 03-17-2009 at 03:44 PM.

03-17-2009, 03:51 PM	#6
MyFairLacy Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: College Station, TX Posts: 10,360	that's so sad. __________________ Purchasing from backyard breeders, pet shops, and puppymills perpetuates the suffering of other dogs. Educate yourself and buy from reputable breeders or rescue.

03-17-2009, 04:16 PM	#7
Mom to Hot Rod Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: MD Posts: 5,826	Oh that is so sad. I hope Sadie makes it. She was so excited about Sadie when she introduced her. __________________ The Soft E Cone Collar- for surgery aftercare http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...ne-collar.html

03-17-2009, 03:33 PM	#3
manolos mom Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 3,894	Oh my Gosh, this just breaks my heart. I hope Sadie makes it...Poor little Ivan...

03-17-2009, 03:38 PM	#4
Zeus08 YT Addict Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Sahuarita, Arizona Posts: 349	Just goes to show that Parvo can occur even when you have the best care on your side. That just breaks my heart. I hope Sadie makes it.

03-17-2009, 05:27 PM	#8
chandracz ♥I Luv my BaileyBlue♥ Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Illinois Posts: 1,129	wow, i hadn't heard about this. this is really sad, I feel really bad about it!!!! i really hope little sadie makes it! __________________ www.youravon.com/cczerniejewski Chandra, Bailey's mama R.I.P. Spot, JoJo, Gizmo, Candy & Cricket!

03-17-2009, 06:12 PM	#9
yorkiesmiles Donating YT 4000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Iowa Posts: 9,479	when I first heard rumblings of this over the weekend, I didn't want to believe it as truth. I am so sorry it has turned out to be fact I wonder if she will talk about it during her Friday show __________________ yorkiesmiles Loved by Bubba & Roxy *Holy, holy, is the Lord God Almighty, who was, and is, and is to come*

03-17-2009, 06:27 PM	#10
ChantalB Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Toronto Posts: 1,697	Oh no!! Poor her. I got lots of respect for that woman since her "puppy mills special". Really sorry to hear that. __________________ Me and my pack of yorkies Lucy, Mika, Tom Pouce, Astra and Lilly www.ChantalYorkshireTerriers.com

03-17-2009, 08:37 PM	#11
Maxi My Little Man! Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: New York Posts: 2,189 Blog Entries: 1	Oh this is so sad I hope Sadie can pull through. __________________ Watch Maxi on Youtube! By purchasing pet store or other puppy mill puppies, you support the abuse of innocent animals!

03-17-2009, 09:47 PM	#12
Amanda7 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: North Country, New York Posts: 1,229	This is heartbreaking news. I can only imagine how devastated she must be, knowing how she loves dogs. Prayers for Sadie. __________________ Snickers & Baxter Until one has loved an animal, part of their soul remains unawakened.

03-18-2009, 08:09 AM	#14
Nikis2 Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Berlin MD US Posts: 151	How heartbreaking.....but this is a big red flag for all us breeders and dog lovers to make sure we educate our customers about these deadly diseases and how to handle our babies. I always try to make sure people take their shoes off at my door and wash their hands before I allow them to touch my babies. Years ago a friend of mine lost his whole litter of lab puppies he was advertising in the newspaper to parvo. A family had came over to see his puppies right after they visited another litter and carried it into his home. It was the saddest thing to watch. Him and his wife cried for weeks and he never bred again.

03-18-2009, 09:05 AM	#15
Josie's Mom Jojo's & Junior's too! Donating YT Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Watsonville, CA Posts: 1,364	Oh, this is very sad news I will keep Sadie in my thoughts for a speedy recovery. Hoping everything turns out well. __________________ Josie, Jojo, Junior & Veronica ...No Home is Complete Without a Yorkie...or Two...better make that 3!..