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Puppy exposed to parvo before vaccine: Can he still get sick?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | unneutered | 1 month and 25 days old | 5 lbs

My puppy was exposed to Parvo over 10 days ago. He got his shot yesterday, but my other dog died this morning. Can he still get Parvo?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on December 25th, 2016

The incubation period for parvo is 7-14 days, so unfortunately, Deisel can still get parvo. Receiving the vaccine yesterday will not prevent him from getting it, as he was exposed previously to receiving the vaccine. I'm very sorry your other dog died! I would monitor Deisel, and take him into the vet immediately if he shows any symptoms of parvo.

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