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Is home treatment for my chihuahua's parvo effective or safe?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered | 1lb

How can i treat my chihuahua at home for parvo I can't afford the medicine

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on July 26th, 2017

Unfortunately a part from nutritional support there is not much else you can do at home as Parvovirus infection is quite severe one and ideally requires quite intensive care (antibiotics, IV fluids, medications against diarrhoea and vomiting are often required). Make sure Viserion keeps eating and drinking and if not try to syringe feed him. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

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