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When will my puppy with parvovirus show improvement after treatment?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Schnauzer | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 7 days old | 18 lbs

My dog is very sick he is 5 months and has parvovirus, he is having his treatment , we barely took him to the vet today, when will he show results? Please help i am very worried

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

Veterinarian

Published on November 22nd, 2016

Usually in few (2-3) days after the starting treatment. If not eating and still loosing fluids through diarrhea or vomiting, a supportive treatment is absolutely needed. If you do not see any improvement in the next 12-24 hours and unsure about Gordo, a veterinary check up is needed.

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