Advocating for Pets
Gronkowski, who played college football at the University of Arizona, has seen the impact of Valley Fever in the region; and as the proud pet parent to his French Bulldog Ralphie, he is advocating for pets and their owners to have access to affordable and innovative care.
First-of-its-kind Valley Fever Preventative
Anivive and world-renowned researchers at the University of Arizona are developing a first-of-its-kind vaccine to protect against Valley Fever in dogs
Helping Pets Get Access to Care
Anivive & Gronkowski have partnered with leading pet charities to help pets get access to the care they deserve. Anivive Partners include Petco Love , Banfield Foundation , VCA Charities , Dogtopia Foundation , Morris Animal Foundation
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Not only are you helping pets but you get a chance to win great prizes, cool merchandise, and a chance to meet Rob & Ralphie in person.
Valley fever is a systemic fungal disease endemic in the western US.
Semi-arid Regions
Valley Fever thrives in semiarid regions found in AZ, CA, NM, NV, UT, TX, OR, WA
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Easily Infected
Just walking playing, or digging outdoors puts dogs at risk
Massive Needs
More than 30 million dogs live in or travel to endemic areas each year
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Pain Suffered
Symptoms include Coughing or difficulty breathing, Fever, Lack of appetite, Depression, Seizures and Open sores that do not heal
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Existing Solutions
Once infected, treatment requires months of antifungal therapies, which can be expensive and carry the risk of side effects.