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My parvo puppy is very dehydrated. Can I give him water now?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered | 3.5 lbs

Can I feed water to my 40 day old Labrador with parvo? My vet told me not to feed him water or food but it's late in the night and he seems really dehydrated.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on May 5th, 2019

Dehydration is the number one cause of death in these patients, so I don't know why your vet would advise no water. Keshu needs it. You can give him water. You can also offer him small amounts of Pediasure using a syringe or small turkey baster.

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