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Is it safe for friends with dogs to visit after my dog had parvo?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 7.5 lbs

My dog just was cleared of parvo last wednesday. can my friends with dogs come to my house? to clarify, their dogs will not be at my house. I just want to know if its safe for the dog owners alone to be at my house without worry of their dogs getting parvo at home

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Answered By Jenny, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 19th, 2018

Parvo can live in the environment for years. Your puppy is still shedding the virus in small amount for up to 30 days in the stool l. As long as they do not walk through the contaminate areas then they will be fine. I would recommend making sure their pets are vaccinated to further protect them

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