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Can parvo hurt older dogs?

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Canine parvovirus (CPV) is a highly contagious viral disease of dogs that commonly causes acute gastrointestinal illness in puppies. The disease most often strikes in pups between 6 and 20 weeks old, but older animals are sometimes also affected. 3 мая 2017 г.


What happens if an older dog gets parvo?

If an older dog does get parvo, it's often a mild case because your older dog has built up a stronger immune system. The parvovirus is everywhere, so over time, your dog will build natural immunity to the virus (whether he's vaccinated or not) by being exposed to it.

At what age is a dog safe from parvo?

Puppies are vaccinated against parvo at approximately 6, 8, and 12 weeks of age. They are vulnerable to the disease until they have received all three shots in their vaccination series, which means owners need to take extra precaution during this time to prevent their puppies from contracting the virus.

Can a 10 year old dog get parvo?

To answer the question, yes, adult dogs and older dogs can and do get parvo too. While the symptoms may not always be as severe as seen in puppies, the parvo virus in adult dog can still cause worrisome symptoms, nonetheless.

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