My dog has parvo and is improving. What are his chances of recovery?

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My dog is having parvovirus ,he was not able to stand up nor able to open eyes, but now after giving IV fluids he started walking .will he recover? Pet's info: Dog | Rottweiler | Male | 1 month and 15 days old

Daniel Fonza, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hi there and thank you for using pet coach to address your concern. I am sorry to hear that Brutus has Parvo virus.this can be quite a difficult infection to fight off for most puppies but it is possible to recover from parvo virus. Hydration is key, as dehydration can set in quickly from the severe diarrhea. Antibiotic therapy and any vomiting medications also help. Providing adequate nutrition is important as well as malnourishment can make recovery more difficult. There was a study published by Colorado State University on parvo treatment at home that showed at home treatments were quite effective. I would ensure that you have spoken to your vet about all of the home treatment options so that you can get him on the road to recovery sooner rather than later. I hope this helps guide you in the right direction. Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns and I would be more than happy to help you further. I hope Brutus gets better soon!

My dog has parvo and is improving. What are his chances of recovery?

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