My puppy has parvo, won't eat. Force-feed? What are parvo risks?

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Hello, My german Shepard puppy was diagnosed with parvo 3 days ago. I believe we caught it early. There was not blood in volment or in the diaherra. The vet has given us Iv bags for him and also some digestive food. He is hydrated but still won’t drink or eat. My consern is he’s stomach. Should I force or give food to him ? And other than hydration how else may parvo kill him ? thank you. Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | 12 days old | 14 lbs

Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH · Accepted Answer

Hi there! I am sorry to hear Tracker has parvo but it is good to hear you have caught it early. Parvo causes severe inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract which can cause loss of protein, nutrients, and fluids. Dogs who get parvo and it is severe enough can die from dehydration, loss of protein, anemia, and secondary bacterial infections. You may try warming up the food and offering small amounts to him frequently. It is great to hear he is hydrated, but it may take a little time for him to feel up to eating something. I hope this helps and best of luck to you and Tracker!

My puppy has parvo, won't eat. Force-feed? What are parvo risks?

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