11/04/2025
It is come to my concern that there are a few homes within 24 hours that have had a breakout of PARVO VIRUS! This is very serious and lethal to your DOGS so PLEAE read in full so you may take precautions.
This is straight from the AVMA.org
“Canine parvovirus infection is a highly contagious disease caused by canine parvovirus type 2 (CPV-2). There are several strains of CPV-2, and all produce similar signs. The disease they cause is commonly called “parvo.”
The virus attacks white blood cells and the gastrointestinal tract of dogs and other canids like coyotes, wolves, and foxes. In puppies, the virus also can damage the heart muscle.
ALL DOGS are susceptible to canine parvovirus, although some dogs are at greater risk than others. These include puppies between 6 and 20 weeks of age, unvaccinated or incompletely vaccinated dogs, and certain breeds, such as the following:
Rottweilers
Doberman pinschers
Bull terrier breeds
German shepherds
English springer spaniels
What are the signs of canine parvovirus?
The signs of parvovirus infection vary from dog to dog, depending on the severity of the infection. These are some important signs to watch out for:
Lethargy
Loss of appetite
Vomiting
Severe, often bloody, diarrhea
Abdominal pain and bloating
Fever or low body temperature (hypothermia)
If your dog shows any of these signs, immediately contact your veterinarian. Persistent vomiting and diarrhea can quickly cause dehydration, and damage to the intestines and immune system can cause septic shock. This can lead to death, with most deaths occurring within 48 to 72 hours after signs first appear.
How is canine parvovirus spread?
Canine parvovirus is easily spread by direct contact with infected dogs, contact with f***s (stool) from infected dogs, or contact with virus-contaminated surfaces. Such surfaces can include kennels, food and water bowls, collars and leashes, and the hands and clothing of people who handle infected dogs. Contact between domestic dogs, feral dogs, and wild canids also may play a role in spreading the disease.
The virus is resistant to heat, cold, humidity, and drying, and can survive in the environment for long periods. Even trace amounts of f***s from an infected dog can contain the virus and infect other dogs. This makes proper disinfection practices critical.
Because canine parvovirus is highly contagious, dogs suspected or confirmed to be infected need to be isolated from other dogs to minimize spread of infection. Other strict infection control protocols also must be followed, including thorough cleaning and disinfection of any areas where the dog has been with products capable of killing the virus. If your dog has parvovirus infection, your veterinarian can recommend things you can do to help prevent parvovirus from spreading at home and elsewhere.
How is canine parvovirus diagnosed and treated?
Your veterinarian may suspect parvovirus infection based on the signs your dog is showing, your dog’s history, and other factors. F***l testing can confirm the diagnosis.
Dogs with severe infection need immediate, intensive treatment and 24/7 monitoring—which often involves several days of hospitalization. Supportive care is provided to correct dehydration and physiological imbalances caused by vomiting and diarrhea, control nausea and pain, keep the dog warm, prevent other infections from happening, and provide nutritional support. Additional treatment may be recommended to help fight the infection and/or combat diarrhea. This can all be very expensive, and the dog may die despite treatment. Prompt, intensive treatment improves the chance of survival.”
Please do your best to clean up your yards of any f***s debris, and areas were flies will harbor and breed. Clean out any food or water bowls that are outside, clean and toys, and disinfect your yard properly. 1 parts bleach to 30 parts water and spray the yard. Leave for 10 minutes and rinse. Keep your babies safe out there and God Bless.
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