Parvovirus is found in any environment (lawns, homes, kennels, dog parks, etc.). It comes from infected dogs that excrete the virus in their vomit or feces. Parvovirus is very hardy outside its host, can survive winter conditions, and is resistant to common household cleaners.
What areas are high risk for parvo?
– Parvovirus, the highly contagious, and potentially deadly, virus which attacks the dog's gastrointestinal tract, has the highest prevalence in New Mexico, Texas, Nevada, Arizona and Mississippi.
Where do dogs usually get parvo?
Parvo can be found in almost any environment. It is transmitted when a susceptible dog comes in contact with the virus. This includes contact with the feces of an infected dog, or objects that contain the virus (shoes, clothes, bedding, bowls, grass, carpets, floors, etc).
How likely is a dog to get parvo?
There's a near-zero percent chance that your dog catches parvo if they're not around unvaccinated dogs. Wait until your pup has had their first two shots before bringing them around any pets that may not be fully vaccinated.
Where is parvo virus most common?
It primarily affects the rapidly dividing cells of the body, meaning that the intestinal tract and bone marrow are the worst affected. Although parvovirus is most common in puppies and adolescent dogs, it can affect adult or senior dogs, especially if they are unvaccinated.
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