Canine parvovirus is a highly contagious virus that can affect all dogs, but unvaccinated dogs and puppies younger than four months old are the most at risk.
At what age does parvo not affect dogs?
Puppies ages six weeks to six months are the most susceptible to parvo. Puppies younger than six-weeks-old still retain some of their mother's antibodies, assuming that the dam received her full series of parvo vaccinations. Puppies are vaccinated against parvo at approximately 6, 8, and 12 weeks of age.
Can an older dog get parvo?
Parvo most commonly affects puppies, but adult dogs can contract the disease if they are unvaccinated. 1 A dog whose immune system is compromised (due to another medical condition) is also at risk for parvo.
What are signs of parvo in older dogs?
SymptomsDogs that develop the disease tend to show symptoms of the illness within 3 to 7 days. The major symptoms of Parvo include:severe, bloody diarrhea.lethargy.anorexia.Fever.vomiting.severe weight loss.dehydration.Parvo: Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention - VETMED
