What are the symptoms of canine parvovirus disease?

Intense, repeated vomiting. Bloody diarrhoea with a very characteristic smell. Extreme lethargy and weakness. Fever or hypothermia. Complete refusal of water and food. Rapid dehydration

Is Canine parvovirus disease contagious?

Yes, canine parvovirus disease spreads between animals.

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Canine parvovirus disease

An extremely serious viral disease that mainly affects unvaccinated puppies. It attacks the intestine and the bone marrow. Without intensive veterinary treatment, the mortality rate is very high.

Veterinary emergency🐕 Dogs Contagious

This may be a veterinary emergency

IMMEDIATE EMERGENCY. Any puppy with vomiting plus bloody diarrhoea must see the vet NOW. Every hour counts. Do not wait to "see if it improves".

Symptoms to watch for

• Intense, repeated vomiting
• Bloody diarrhoea with a very characteristic smell
• Extreme lethargy and weakness
• Fever or hypothermia
• Complete refusal of water and food
• Rapid dehydration

Causes

A highly resistant virus (parvovirus) that spreads through the faeces of infected dogs. It survives for months in the environment. Unvaccinated puppies aged 6 weeks to 6 months are the most vulnerable.

Diagnosis

Rapid antigen test on faeces (in the clinic) plus blood tests. Early diagnosis saves lives.

Treatment

VETERINARY EMERGENCY. Hospitalisation with intensive fluid therapy, anti-emetics, antibiotics for secondary infections, and nutritional support. There is NO possible home treatment.

Prevention

VACCINATION. It is the only effective protection: complete the puppy course and boosters. Until vaccination is complete, avoid areas with unknown dogs.

When should you see the vet?

IMMEDIATE EMERGENCY. Any puppy with vomiting plus bloody diarrhoea must see the vet NOW. Every hour counts. Do not wait to "see if it improves".

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WetAi guides you and takes you to the vet; it does not diagnose.

Notice: this information is for general guidance and educational purposes only. It does NOT replace diagnosis or treatment by a registered veterinary surgeon. If you notice any symptoms, always consult a professional. Wallapets accepts no responsibility for the use of this information without veterinary supervision.