Parvo recovery: Can my puppy eat regular food? Is my other dog safe?

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My 11 week old pup got Parvo and we took her to vet and we did a 3 day intense treatment..I have been feeding her rice/chicken she devoured it. Now it seems not enough so yesterday evening I finally gave her regular dog food..she eats it with no problem. The vet had said we caught it just in time. Is this okay that she wanta her regular food now? We also have a pup that just turned 19 weeks and he had his Canine 10 shot is he okay to be back around her? Thank you. Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Female | 2 months and 18 days old | 18 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

I am glad to hear that Esther is feeling better. Most of these puppies should eat a G.I. friendly diet and not regular puppy food for at least 10 days. Your veterinarian carries special prescription foods that are easy to digest and provide all the needed nutrients. As far as it goes with your other puppy, they should not be together until the other puppy is fully vaccinated. Vaccines do take about 7 to 10 days to take full effect. If you have questions about the efficacy of the vaccines, call your veterinarian. Vaccines given by the veterinarian tend to be more effective than vaccines given at home. Keep the puppy separated until you speak with your vet. Best of luck and please feel free to post any additional questions.

Parvo recovery: Can my puppy eat regular food? Is my other dog safe?

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