My puppy has parvo. What are the urgent steps and treatment options?

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What to do with my pet with parvo? Pet's info: Dog | Spitz | Male | unneutered | 1 month and 26 days old

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

I am so sorry that Claud has parvo. Parvo is a very serious illness that usually requires very aggressive therapy in order for them to survive. It can survive in the environment for up to a year without a host. If Claud has already passed, I would strongly recommend to have him cremated just to prevent the virus from being in your ground. If not, I would strongly recommend to get him to a vet as soon as possible for treatment. Treatment can be expensive so if that isn't an option, I would at least talk to your vet about cheaper routes that could still benefit him. I also do not recommend bringing in another unvaccinated puppy into the environment for a year. If you want to get another dog, I would consider an young adult that has already be fully vaccinated. I would also be sure to bleach all of Claud's bedding and everything that he has been around to help kill the virus. Please know you are in our thoughts. Parvo virus is a terrible illness and difficult to treat.

My puppy has parvo. What are the urgent steps and treatment options?

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