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
Show your support by signing up to be a Valley Fever Fighter
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
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
Pain Suffered
Symptoms include Coughing or difficulty breathing, Fever, Lack of appetite, Depression, Seizures and Open sores that do not heal
Existing Solutions
Once infected, treatment requires months of antifungal therapies, which can be expensive and carry the risk of side effects.