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babiigurlii New Member Posts: 1 |
posted 03-14-2004 02:27 AM
My puppy died march 12 2004 from parvo. I thought she would make it but she didnt. I was wondering how can we get rid of parvo in our home? If we get another puppy and get its shots can it still get parvo? IP: Logged |
susan_cude@hotmail.com Member Posts: 813 |
posted 03-14-2004 09:02 AM
Hi I'm so sorry to hear about your puppy! Hope this helps you.... The surest way to avoid parvo infection in your dog is to adhere to the recommended vaccination schedule which begins when puppies are 6-8 weeks of age. Puppies should not be allowed to socialize with other dogs or frequent areas where other dogs have been until 2 weeks after they have had their last vaccination. Immunization for parvo is usually included in your dog's distemper vaccine. This shot gives protection against several potentially fatal canine diseases all at the same time. If your pet becomes infected, please keep in mind that dogs with parvo shed the virus in their feces and are extremely contagious to other dogs. Follow these recommendations to help prevent the spread of this disease.
Clean up all the dog's stools in your yard. Use a 1:30 ratio of chlorine bleach and water to clean food and water bowls (4 oz. in 1 gallon of water). Wash any bedding the dog has been in contact with in this same bleach solution and hot water. You should also try to disinfect any other areas that the dog has been, like linoleum, concrete kennels, crates, etc. If you have any other dogs that are two years old or younger, or who have never been vaccinated for parvo, please bring them in for a booster as soon as possible. Be sure to feed your dog a bland diet, such as Canine Prescription i/d, until he is fully recovered. When switching back to his normal diet, mix the regular food with the i/d for 2-3 days to help your pet gradually adjust to the change.
Sincerely, Susan IP: Logged |
MistressKela Member Posts: 275 |
posted 03-14-2004 11:32 AM
Personally I would not buy another puppy for a solid year. Parvo can easily be tracked all over the place on someones shoe and I would be too nervous about a new animal catching the disease which the above poster mentioned, can survive without a canine host for a long time (6 monthsish). Look into getting an older pup that has all of its shots AFTER doing all of the above disinfecting. And make sure to disinfect all of your shoes and everything...you dont want to track it outside where other dogs might be able to pick it up. IP: Logged |
Samsintentions Member Posts: 944 |
posted 03-15-2004 07:12 AM
Right, Even after bleaching your house, and scrubbing, I would still wait a few months before getting another one. Its sad, but yes, even though a dog is vaccinated for a disease, they can still get it. With ALL vaccinations, they are not 100% protective. Be careful, and I'm sorry for your loss. IP: Logged |
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