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How to tell if my puppy's Parvo is getting worse and needs emergency?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 6 days old | 5.6 lbs

My 9 week old puppy have Parvo and he was giving his first dosage of treatment. Our next return is date is Monday but was told that if he worsens to visit the Petco Emergency Clinic. What are signs for me to look out for indication that his conditioned has worsened?

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Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 9th, 2019

Hello. The most important thing to look for is an increase in any vomiting &/or diarrhea. Then, is he eating & drinking some? If he totally stops eating & drinking & has vomiting & diarrhea, you need to have him seen immediately. Generally with Parvo, puppies should be hospitalized & receive constant fluids, anti nausea & antibiotic medications. It is difficult to treat them for Parvo at home. I hope Chapy does well & thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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