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My dog's stool still positive for coronavirus. How to proceed?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 8 months old | 72 lbs

Hi my dog stool sample still shows she has coronavirus and it has almost been a year since the first positive stool sample how can i get a rid of coronavirus thanks

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on April 9th, 2018

Kia may be a carrier. It is possible for a dog to be infected with Coronavirus and not show any symptoms. As long as she is behaving normally and is otherwise healthy, you may need to accept that she is a carrier. Clean up any stool immediately and disinfect the area. You can use diluted household bleach.

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    Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

    Veterinarian

    Published on April 10th, 2018

    There is no specific coronavirus treatment which will eliminate this and some dogs can become long term carriers. If you feel they are unwell as a result then investigated any reason for lowered immunity would be worth discussing with your vet and immune stimulators may help. Natural tonics such as turmeric and black pepper have shown some positive results in recovery from viral infections also

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