As we mentioned earlier, parvovirus, It is a disease transmitted through dog fecal matter that they are infected, and that the virus can also survive on clothes, dishes, food and even on the floor of the cage where we keep the animal for a little more than 5 months. Although humans are not infected with this virus, if they can take it with them from the street to the home, through their shoes and clothes, as well as insects or rodents can carry it with them and infect our pet.
It should be noted that most cases of parvovirus are found in dogs under 6 months of age, but as this disease does not discriminate age or sex, adult dogs and female dogs can also be infected. The breeds most susceptible to contracting this type of virus are: Rottweilers, Pinchers, Dobermans and Labradors.
It is important and advisable to prevent this virus before it spreads since, as we have mentioned, it is very contagious. For this reason today we bring you some tips to prevent canine parvo.
- Food, as we always emphasize, is vital to keep our animal's immune system strong and balanced. It is important that we try to avoid foods rich in preservatives, preservatives and toxins.
- If you are traveling with your pet, avoid using common cages, since in these places the virus can be found and make your animal sick. It is preferable to spend a little more money and buy a disinfected and clean cage.
- If your pet has been diagnosed with this disease, it is important that you disinfect all areas that may be contaminated. These places must be disinfected with chlorine and soap to ensure that no traces of the virus remain. In the same way, you should quarantine your dog for at least a month, while it recovers and it is no longer a danger to the rest of the animals that may live near it.
- Remember to keep your animal's vaccines up to date, to control the spread of this disease.