Dog Health
Issues - Description of Canine Parvo Virus (Parvovirus)
Canine Parvo Virus is a highly contagious disease, characterized
by bloody diarrhea, which can be fatal. Parvo Virus can over take
a dog within hours of the first symptoms and result in death
within 48 -72 hours. There are many misconceptions about
parvovirus and research and studies into the disease continue. The
current vaccination programs have helped to control the disease
although even dogs who have been vaccinated against Parvo Virus
have still contracted the disease. There are several variations of
the disease but it is most referred to as CPV-2 (Canine Parvo
Virus - variation 2).
Dog Health
Problems - The Spread of Canine Parvo Virus (Parvovirus)
Canine Parvovirus is a highly contagious disease which can be
spread through contact with the feces of infected dogs and every
day objects such as clothing, shoes, crates or equipment. It is
also believed that the disease can also be transmitted via rodents
and insects.
Dog Health
Problems - Symptoms of
Canine Parvo Virus (Parvovirus)
Canine Parvo Virus (Parvovirus) is marked by a variety of symptoms which can
include the following:
Severe diarrhea - sometimes
dark or bloody
Vomiting
Lack of energy
Depression
Dehydration
Fever
Dog Health
Questions - Dogs susceptible to
Canine Parvo Virus (Parvovirus)
Canine Parvo Virus (Parvovirus) is usually associated with puppies under
6 months old. Studies and analysis has shown that the breeds of
dogs more susceptible to Canine Parvo Virus (Parvovirus) are the
larger breeds including Rottweilers, Dobermanns and Labradors.
Dog Health
Information - Treatment of
Canine Parvo Virus (Parvovirus)
There is no treatment that kills the virus. Treatment is geared
towards reducing the effects of the disease such as replacing
fluids, controlling vomiting and diarrhea and general good dog
care. Antibiotics may be prescribed to prevent secondary
infections. The virus can live for many months and it is therefore
necessary to clean all surfaces thoroughly with a bleach solution.
Dog Health
Advice
We hope that the canine health information and dog health advice
has been of some assistance. But please remember that if you are
in doubt about your Dog's Health please consult your Canine Health
Specialist
Online
Encyclopaedia of Common Dog Health Problems
The sole purpose of the Online
Encyclopaedia of Common Dog Health Problems is as a reference
manual to provide useful information to dog and puppy owners. It
is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat sick dogs or as a
substitute for obtaining professional veterinary advice. Please
remember that if you are in any doubt about your Dog's Health
please consult your Canine Veterinary Specialist immediately.
