Is my yard safe for a new puppy after dog died with bloody diarrhea?

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We lost our mini dachshund last Friday and the vet didn’t know why. She was vomiting and had bloody diarrhea. We are getting a new mini dachshund in a week, as our other dog is not doing very well since the loss of her little friend. I am concerned that the new puppy may be able to get something from our yard whee the other dogs run and do their business, including the mini dachshund that just died. Should I be worried?? Pet's info: Dog | Dachshund miniature | Female | unspayed

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. The biggest concern would be Parvo, but this is usually a very easy disease to screen for. Without knowing how old you other dog was, what diagnostics were run & treatments started, I cannot comment on why she died. As for a new puppy, they are all vulnerable to disease until they receive all of their puppy series at 8, 12 & 16 weeks of age. You may want to restrict the new puppy to an area of the yard not generally used previously & limit time outside. Keep the puppy away from any public areas, clean up after everyone defecates & I think all will be OK. I am sorry for your loss but hope the new puppy brings you many years of happiness. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Is my yard safe for a new puppy after dog died with bloody diarrhea?

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