Is my puppy safe from parvo if their titer test shows immunity?

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If a parvovirus titer test shows that my puppy had good immunity to parvovirus, can the puppy still get infected?

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Titers tests measure the body's level of immune system proteins, what is called antibodies. It does not mean your puppy still cannot get the disease, and they should not be used in place of vaccines. That's because there is no way to predict antibody levels three or six months down the line. These levels can change due to any number of factors including stress, disease, and medication, so these levels may not be consistent over time. Titer tests should not take the place of the recommended vaccine protocol, and I would have your puppy vaccinated for parvo as well as other deadly diseases like rabies and distemper. I hope this helps!

Is my puppy safe from parvo if their titer test shows immunity?

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