My dog was near a dog that died of suspected Parvo. Is she safe?

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Hi my moms dog died last night we are sure that it was Parvo but not certain but my dog was in the same shed as her but in different part as it’s a large garage shed but I’m not worried for my dog but she seems fine eating well drinking well and very playful please can someone gave me some advice thank you. Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | unspayed

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

Parvo is highly contagious and affected dogs are lethargic, cannot hold food or water, vomit and have bloody diarrhea and eventually die of dehydration and sepsis if not treated. If your dog has had a full course of vaccinations and is older than 2 years then there is little chance that she has been infected as well. You should disinfect the garage and everything your mom's dog came in contact with using a bleach solution or disinfectant and do not let your dog run around in the area where the sick dog was until after it is disinfected. Watch for signs of lethargy, refusal to eat and general illness and if your dog shows these signs take her to a vet right away.

My dog was near a dog that died of suspected Parvo. Is she safe?

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