Parvo in adults.

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by Keith Grossman on 09 May 2010 - 11:05

Parvo is deadly to puppies because it likes to grow in the rapidly dividing cells of the intestinal lining while they are growing. Adult dogs do not have this rapid division of cells, ergo, the disease is unlikely to be fatal unless the dog has a compromised immune system. If it's parvo (which I doubt as none of the other symptoms is present) the dog will probably be fine in a week or so without treatment which is probably why her vet didn't feel a sense of urgency.

by Gustav on 09 May 2010 - 13:05

Thanks, Keith...this would be the type of info that could assist the OP.

by Krazy Bout K9s on 09 May 2010 - 13:05

"Now world-wide (except for Australia), this particular variant can attack the heart and intestines.¿ He goes on to say that the mortality can be quite heavy. One breeder claims to have lost 600 puppies in one night. Without diagnostic confirmation, it is not " PER SCHAFERHUNDEN'S POST...

YIKES,
THIS MUST HAVE BEEN A PUPPY MILL, DID NO ONE CATCH THIS??? UNLESS IT WAS A TYPO....SAD BUT, I AM GLAD...MAYBE THE DREADED PETA CONTAMINATED THEM SO THEY WOULD BE NO MORE...
STEPH

by Judy P on 09 May 2010 - 14:05

Yes Parvo can and does appear in adults - BUT usually not well cared for properly vaccinated adults. This spring here in Michigan we have had a marked increase in Parvo cases even in young adult dogs. Much of this is being attributed to the economy and people skipping vaccinations. If this dog is properly maintained on vaccinations I would lean more towards Whipworm and treat accordingly. Now I would also strongly suggest this dog at the barest minimum have a fecal done asap. If that shows nothing I would do one of two things - take the dog to the vet for a Parvo test or bring a Parvo test home and do it myself. It is very simple to run one yourself and you avoid taking an already sick dog to a vets office full of sick dogs. Now I am not a licensed vet but have more experience treating Parvo than many vets as I run a canine rescue which specalizes in pregnant and nursing females and puppies including orphans.

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