ParvovirusQUESTION: What is parvovirus? answered by Patti Iampietro ANSWER: Parvovirus is a viral disease that affects dogs' bone marrow by lowering white blood cell counts and therefore suppressing the immune system. It also affects the gastrointestinal tract causing vomiting and diarrhea. Parvo is typically seen in dogs less than a year old, often without previous vaccination. It debilitates the pup by causing dehydration and malnutrition and simultaneously prevents the pup from fighting off subsequent bacterial disease by suppressing the immune system. Treatment includes aggressive fluid therapy, antibiotics, and a focus on good nursing care and hygiene. Without prompt medical attention, parvovirus can be fatal. Patti Iampietro is a veterinarian who spent time assisting animals during the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, which eventually led to her involvement with Best Friends Animal Society. Read more about Patti Iampietro in the DogTime expert center... |
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Pregnancy Test
Can you take a dog to the vet and have a Pregnancy Test done? If so what would something like that cost? |
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7 hours ago by aka.amazing view |
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help me!
i have a dog, and he is cute but sometimes aggresive. i am getting a hamster for my birthday. will my dog eat the hamster or leave it alone? i put it up on a place he couldnt reach. is it good enough? |
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Nov 17, 2008 9:55am by pcarpenter view |
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Disabilities
I am fostering a dog with a disability. This is my first special-needs foster. I am hoping for suggestions from you wonderful people, be... (continued) |
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Nov 15, 2008 2:45pm by jessfritz view |
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The dreaded parvovirus.....
A dog in our family was diagnosed with parvovirus, he was a toy fox terrier. He went 2 days without food and water before he was treated... (continued) |
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Nov 14, 2008 5:37am by racheldiramio view |
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