Overview
Parvovirus is a highly contagious viral disease in dogs. It's especially dangerous to unvaccinated puppies between six weeks and six months old, although older dogs can get it too, especially if they've got other health issues like cancer. Parvovirus was first identified in the late 1970s and has spread around the world, affecting millions of dogs.
If the disease is caught early, and your dog is treated straight away, there's a good chance — up to 90% — they'll pull through. But if treatment is delayed, the odds of survival diminish significantly. In fact, without treatment, many dogs will die from this virus.
How do dogs get parvovirus?
Symptoms of parvovirus in dogs
Treatment of parvovirus
Preventing parvovirus
Will my dog survive parvovirus?
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Published on 21/06/2018 • Reviewed on 24/01/2025