Parvovirus 

Parvovirus
Since this disease is a viral infection, there is no real cure for it.  Treatment is focused on curing the symptoms and preventing secondary bacterial infections, preferably in a hospital environment.  Intensive therapy and system support are vital to recovery.  Intravenous fluids and nutrition therapy is crucial in maintaining a puppy’s normal body fluid after severe diarrhea and dehydration.  It is common for an untreated puppy that is infected with parvovirus to suffer shock or even sudden death.
   

Prevention of Parvovirus
The best prevention you can take against Canine Parvovirus is to follow the correct vaccination schedule.  Young puppies should be vaccinated at six, nine, and twelve weeks. As always, talk to your vet to get your dog on an appropriate vaccination schedule to minimize the risks of this deadly virus. They should not be socialized with outside dogs until at least two weeks after their last vaccination, due to the disease being so contagious.  If your puppy is showing symptoms of vomiting, diarrhea or lethargy, take them to your local veterinarian or after hour’s emergency hospital immediately.

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