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Canine parvovirus (also referred to as CPV, CPV2, or parvo) is a contagious virus mainly affecting dogs and wolves. CPV is highly contagious and is spread from dog to dog by direct or indirect contact with their feces. Vaccines can prevent this infection, but mortality can reach 91% in untreated cases.
We now know that keeping puppies confined and away from areas where a lot of dogs are defecating is the most effective way to guard against parvo, but since the virus can even be carried into your ...
A variety of diseases in animals are caused by parvoviruses. Notably, the canine parvovirus and feline parvovirus cause severe disease in dogs and cats, respectively. In pigs, the porcine parvovirus is a major cause of infertility.
Dogs are ten times more likely to be infected than humans. The disease in dogs can affect the eyes, brain, lungs, skin, or bones. [15] Histoplasmosis* is a fungal disease caused by Histoplasma capsulatum that affects both dogs and humans. The disease in dogs usually affects the lungs and small intestine. [16]
At least six dogs in the downtown Vancouver area have been diagnosed with the highly-contagious parvovirus.
Dogs lined up on a San Francisco street Monday for free vaccines to combat an outbreak of a highly contagious illness that can be fatal for some canines if not treated. The dogs got parvovirus and ...
Parvo is contracted by dog-to-dog contact, contaminated fecal matter, water or food bowls, shared items, and even the clothing and floor of people who have handled dogs with parvovirus previously. [6] (see canine parvovirus) Puppies under 4 months old and unvaccinated canines are the most susceptible to the disease.
Officials said the outbreak is suspected to have originated from a backyard breeder of pit bulls, who is now under investigation.