Beyond the Lungs
How Valley Fever can effect your dog’s brain and nervous system.
Valley Fever is a fungal infection that many pet parents in the Southwest know all too well. While it usually affects the lungs, in some cases the infection can spread to the brain and nervous system, leading to serious, sometimes life-threatening complications. Understanding this form of the disease can make all the difference for your pet’s health and recovery.
Join Dr. Lisa Shubitz, research scientist at the Valley Fever Center for Excellence, for a free educational seminar designed especially for pet parents. Dr. Shubitz will explain how Valley Fever can affect the brain and nervous system, the warning signs to watch for, how veterinarians diagnose it, and what treatment options are available. You’ll also have the chance to bring your questions to one of the field’s leading experts.
Whether your pet was diagnosed with Valley Fever or you simply want to be informed and prepared, this seminar offers valuable, practical knowledge in an casual setting.
In-person and online seats are available.
The seminar is free, but donations to support ongoing research and care are appreciated:
Valley Fever Center for Excellence
A Loyal Companion Foundation
Speaker
Dr. Lisa ShubitzResearch ScientistDr. Shubitz is a Research Scientist at The Valley Fever Center for Excellence. Her research focus includes developing a vaccine for Valley fever, studying the epidemiology of the disease in canines, the ecological distribution of the fungus in Southern Arizona and interactions between the host (both animal and human) and the fungus that causes Valley fever, using animal models.
She has developed educational resources for pet owners and veterinarians to raise awareness about the disease and its treatment, making her a cornerstone of the pet community of Arizona.