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Does my dog have parvo?

Canine parvovirus (parvo) is a highly infectious virus that may harm all types of dogs, but it is most dangerous to unvaccinated dogs and pups under the age of four months. Direct dog-to-dog contact, as well as contact with infected feces (stool), settings, or humans, transmit the virus, which affects dogs' gastrointestinal systems. The virus can also infect kennel surfaces, food and water bowls, collars and leashes, and people who handle affected dogs. The virus is resistant to heat, cold, humidity, and drying. Even tiny amounts of infected dog excrement can carry the virus and infect other dogs that come into contact with it.

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Most common questions used to investigate

Does your dog have diarrhea (may be severe and bloody)?

Has your dog lost appetite?

Does your dog show signs of abdominal pain and bloating?

Does your dog have a fever or low body temperature (hypothermia)?

Does your dog vomits?

Is your dog lethargic?

Common conclusions

Your dog doesn't show any symptoms of canine parvovirus infection. Vaccination and good hygiene are critical components of prevention. Until a puppy has received its complete series of vaccinations, pet owners should use caution when bringing their pet to places where young puppies congregate.

Your dog shows one common symptom of canine parvovirus infection. Since most symptoms of this condition are non-specific, there is no certainty that your dog does suffer from parvo. However, any of the symptoms can point to a possibly serious health issue so it is advised that you consult with your veterinarian as soon as possible.

Your dog shows several common symptoms of canine parvovirus infection. Since most symptoms of this condition are non-specific, there is no certainty that your dog does suffer from parvo. However, any of the symptoms can point to a possibly serious health issue so it is advised that you consult with your veterinarian as soon as possible. Parvovirus infection is often suspected based on the dog's history, physical examination, and laboratory tests. Fecal testing can confirm the diagnosis.

Your dog shows all common symptoms of canine parvovirus infection. Visit your veterinarian as soon as possible. Fecal testing can confirm the diagnosis. Treatment should start immediately and consists primarily of intensive care efforts to combat dehydration by replacing electrolytes, protein, and fluid losses, controlling vomiting and diarrhea and preventing secondary infections. Since parvovirus is highly contagious, isolation of infected dogs is necessary to minimize the spread of infection.

References

https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare/canine-parvovirus

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Hi! I’m Sreten Filipović. I graduated from the Faculty of Agriculture at the University of Belgrade, with a master's degree in Environmental Protection in Agricultural Systems. I’ve worked as a researcher at Finland's Natural Resources Institute (LUKE) on a project aimed at adapting south-western Finland to drought episodes. I founded a consulting agency in the field of environment and agriculture to help farmers who want to implement the principles of sustainability on their farms. I’m also a founding member of the nonprofit organization Ecogenesis from Belgrade whose main goal is non-formal education on the environment and ecology. In my spare time, I like to write blog posts about sustainability, the environment, animal farming, horticulture, and plant protection. I’ve also published several science-fiction short stories. You can find me on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/sreten-filipovi%C4%87-515aa5158/