Can my vaccinated dog get parvo from clothes after puppy contact?

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Hello. My friends puppy has gotten the parvovirus. My dog is a 3 year old black labrodar. He’s had his vaccinations and booster shots. I was wondering if there is still a risk of my dog contracting it from my friends clothes, or mine if I have been in contact with the puppy. My dog sleeps in my room and that’s usually where me and my friend meet too. Is there still a risk to my dog? Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

There is less risk for an adult fully vaccinated dog to develop parvovirus, but it can be a very hardy virus and live for a long time on clothing or shoes. To be safe I would change clothes after coming in contact with the puppy and wash hands thoroughly. You can clean shoes in a mixture of bleach and water (1:32).

Can my vaccinated dog get parvo from clothes after puppy contact?

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