Hello, my boyfriend’s dog recently had Parvo. We do not live together but I have a dog of my own. I read online that the virus can stick around and even be transferred through clothing. So should I be worried about the transfer of the virus to my dog when I get home from my boyfriend’s place?

Yes, you should be worried, but if your dog is vaccinated against parvo, then there is no worry. If your dog isn't vaccinated, I would keep a change of clothes to change into in your car when you get home from your boyfriend's place.

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! The dog with Parvo only sheds the virus in feces for a few weeks. However, the virus can live in the environment for months. If your dog is fully vaccinated for parvovirus (vaccines given by a veterinarian, not purchased from a feed store), you should not have to take the precautions. If your dog isn’t vaccinated properly, I would continue to change clothes to prevent transmission. Good luck and kisses to your pup!

You should ensure all other in contact dogs are fully up to date with parvo vaccination boosters to reduce the risk of cross infection. All accidents (especially faeces/vomiting/diarrhea) should be disinfected with bleach and cleaned up immediately. I would recommend partitioning off individual rooms and yard spaces if possible or crating one/both dogs for the first 2-3weeks