Canine parvovirus (commonly called parvo) is a highly contagious viral disease that can produce a life-threatening illness in puppies and dogs. It can be transmitted by any person, animal or object that comes in contact with an infected dog's feces. 29 мая 2018 г.
Can dogs get parvo from wild animals?
Parvoviruses are capable of infecting and causing disease in carnivores and are found worldwide. Wildlife species that can be infected with parvoviruses include coyotes, wolves, foxes, raccoons, minks, and bobcats. Parvoviruses can also infect domestic cats and dogs.
Is parvo can be transmitted to other dogs?
The disease is so infectious that even a human that has unknowingly been in contact with an infected dog can spread the virus to puppies and other dogs just by touching them.
How is parvovirus transmitted from one animal to another?
Parvovirus is transmitted either by direct contact with an infected dog, or indirectly, and most commonly, through faecal matter from an infected dog contaminating the environment. As it is passed through faeces it makes it hard to prevent your pet from coming in contact with it.
Can dogs get parvo from cats?
Cats also have a type of parvovirus that causes severe disease, known as feline panleukopenia. While dogs cannot get feline parvovirus from cats, cats can become infected with canine parvovirus.
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