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Our new puppy has been diagnosed positive for parvovirus. He is at the vet on medication. My wife doesn't want to have him back for fear of infecting the children. Is her fear justified?

2006-06-07 16:59:42 · 19 answers · asked by Samuel B 2 in Pets Dogs

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It is not likely that it will transfer to your children because it is species specific. The best thing to do is to keep you children away from the recovering pup until it is well. If you child is touching the puppy and forgets to was her hands you might have an issue. You should never say never about a virus. the are very adaptable in any environment, how do you think HIV came about? Just be careful . The feces of the sick puppy is highly infected. try to get you puppy to the vet for IV treatment and try not to feed your puppy and thing until he is better. the thing that kills puppies with parvo is dehydration, so the constant vomiting is a huge factor. Try to get your pup to a vet for fluids. and DO NOT let your children handle your puppy, you or your wife only and keep contamination in the home down to a minimum, WASH YOU HANDS after touching the puppy, and Parvo stays in your soil for 7 years. so if you get another puppy it will most likely get infected unless it has a strong immune system.

2006-06-08 08:09:32 · answer #1 · answered by kellierides 2 · 0 1

There is a human form of Parvovirus that causes Fifth's disease which is a lacy rash. However, the virus that affects dogs is specifically a canine strain. Parvo will stick arounds in the soil for up to ten years according to some, again though, it will only affect you dogs, not your children. Hope your pup gets well. I lost a whole litter of American Bullies to it last year. On a positive not, if your puppy pulls through he should be immune to parvo in the future.

2006-06-07 21:21:45 · answer #2 · answered by no_bull_abs 1 · 1 0

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2015-08-19 19:55:02 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

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2016-04-14 23:39:44 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0 1

The parvo virus is only transmitted through dogs. It can live in the grass for up to 6 weeks and be transmitted to other dogs very easily so keep your puppy isolated. But no, a human canot be infected with parvo. Try reading about it on the internet and you will find your answer there too.

2006-06-07 17:08:07 · answer #5 · answered by jkeys00 3 · 0 1

Parvo In Humans

2016-10-02 09:01:55 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0 0

No I don't think so I've had many dogs get parvo but its never caused a problem for us... but it can spread to other dogs even years later so make sure you clean everything even under furniture if its an inside dog.

2006-06-07 17:05:18 · answer #7 · answered by Prince Sev 2 · 0 0

No, parvo is a species specific virus and will not be transfered to your children, however if you have any other dogs that are not vaccinated the likelihood of them catching it is great.

2006-06-07 17:05:17 · answer #8 · answered by Ralex 2 · 0 0

Dogs are naturally sociable animals, and to keep one confined one at home is both cruel and unnecessary. All mutts yearn for the freedom to run around and play in the sun, meet other people and other dogs. Many owners are understandably wary of granting their pets such freedom for fear that the dog would simply run away or even attack another animal or person.

Owners of badly behaved pets are in a constant state of worry about their pets. They live in fear of the day when their bad-tempered, poorly trained canine will snap. In such situations dog training is the only solution. While it may seem like a tough task at first, all the hard work you do training your pet will be more than worth it in the end.

What to Expect from Dog Training?

Obedience training, generally speaking, is comprised of several different stages. Dog trainers start with the basics, and build on that. There are no shortcuts when it comes to training your dog. If your dog doesn't understand the basic commands like 'sit', 'stand', 'come' and 'stay' then there's no point in teaching it more advanced commands. Advanced commands can range in anything from asking your dog to fetch to making it roll over or sit up and beg.

Training your dog can take many forms; some of the more popular dog training methods include reward training, clicker training, obedience-training games, and collar or leash training. Whichever method you use, your dog training efforts should, in the end, change that ill-tempered and unmanageable mutt into a quiet, well-behaved dog.

Is Dog Training Really Worth it?

The answer would be a resounding YES! As a pet owner you are responsible for the well-being and maintenance of your dog. While this includes the basics such as food, shelter and love, it also includes the time and effort you put into making your dog safer around your family and community.

The newspapers are full of stories of irresponsible pet owners whose pets run wild, cause damage, and hurt other people. It is not enough to simply look after the basic needs of your dog; you are also responsible for its general behavior and the way it interacts with the world at large.

Can I Train my Dog by Myself?

While it is always easier to get a professional dog trainer to handle your mutt's training, most dog owner's prefer to handle the training themselves. You can do it on your own, provided you come prepared. A little knowledge can go a long way, and this is especially true in dog training. Attend a dog training class with your pet to pick up pointers from an expert; read dog training books and guides; take part in online discussion forums with other dog owners. You will find that your dog training sessions will go a lot easier if you have some prior knowledge of what to expect and some pointers on how to best control the animal.

There is no quick fix for a pet with behavioral problems and no easy way to train it. There will be times during your pet training sessions that you will lose your temper or your dog may snap at you out of frustration. Don't be disheartened! Keep at it, and by the end of your dog training session you will find that you and your dog have bonded like never before.

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2016-04-14 22:59:21 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

NO!! Parvo can not be caught by a human through a dog!!! So ur safe

2006-06-07 17:04:33 · answer #10 · answered by Jessica W 2 · 0 1

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