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How to disinfect my home after parvo exposure to protect my dog?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered

I was in contacts with a puppy that had parvo virus which I initially didn't have an idea about. I had come in contact with a lot of things like my books and my phone and my bedsheets as I live in a college dorm. I have a dog back at home and I need to go back, what all do I disinfect and how to keep my dog safe

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on February 12th, 2018

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! If your dog at home is vaccinated he should be fine. It he isn’t have your family do that before you get home. Get disinfectant wipes and wipe down your dorm, bleach the bottom of the shoes you wore and wash your clothes and bedding. As long as you are wearing clean clothes, shoes and have washed your hand well you will likely not transmit the virus. I hope this helps!

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