How long after can i have another dog, im not ready yet but love animals and would hate to go rest of life without another dog. I loved Rio very much and dont want to replace but how long is it before i can home another dog.
2007-04-25 04:55:44 · 12 answers · asked by jentemps26 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
It depends on what you get. A puppy would be in danger of getting parvo. However go check out adoptions in your area an adult dog with vaccinations you could take home today.
2007-04-25 05:02:45 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
You know over the years whenever we would lose an animal my dad would go get another that is how much we love dogs. I would suggest go ahead get another dog. Make sure you keep the dogs shots up to date to prevent the parvo. I do feel your loss I lost a cat a year ago we had her for 16 years she was a great cat. It like losing a member of the family. There are so many animals to be adopted too. We got a dog almost a year ago through Pal for Paws. He is turning out to be a great dog.
2007-04-25 12:03:21 · answer #2 · answered by ruthie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
While you are mourning and may not feel ready to get another dog, some people replace their lost dog as soon as possible. I did and it helped me heal from the loss of the first one.
While you will love your next dog as much as you do Rio, no other dog will EVER replace Rio in your heart. There is NO valid reason not to get a new dog NOW, if you wish. You are not replacing Rio, you are filling a void in your heart.
If you feel it's too much to deal with a new dog right now, that's fine also. But never think of it as a replacement as there is no replacement for any lost loved one.
To help you with your mourning, I've attached a link below to my answer to another dog owner who'd just lost their beloved pet. My message includes links to the Rainbow Bridge websites that have helped a lot of people heal from the loss of a beloved pet.
2007-04-25 12:07:25 · answer #3 · answered by Nedra E 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to ensure your house is free of the virus before you can get another dog.
Opinions vary as to how long parvo can survive in the environment, but it could be 9 months. I would wait a minimum of two months, and perform thorough disinfection - all floors, all surfaces. Use bleach, or preferably a parvocidal disinfectant - your vet can advise you on a proper one. 'Trigene' is parvocidal but I'm not sure where you can get it outside of vets. Don't reuse any food bowls, toys or bedding of the dog's.
Most importantly, get the new dog vaccinated against parvo - vaccinations should begin at 8 weeks in dogs, they have their initial shots then and their follow-up 2 weeks later, and then yearly boosters.
Chalice
2007-04-25 12:03:50 · answer #4 · answered by Chalice 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
When you feel ready. My dog had parvo. The vet told me to use bleach to clean every spot in the house where he pooped. I took him out side after that. Of course i used bleach just because i had small kids in the house at the time. Just make sure that when you bring your new dog or puppy home , he has his shots. The parvo virus is in the saliva and poo(intestines) of the dog. Clean up all the poo and the virus can last up to 6 moths. check out this site on parvo. www.workingdogs.com
2007-04-25 12:21:01 · answer #5 · answered by oreo8 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am so sorry...
check with your vet so you can be sure your home is safe for a new dog. They will also give you advice on how to clean and prepare for your new dog.
I'm not sure how your dog caught Parvo, but be wary of where you get your next pet. Look for a trusted breeder at www.akc.com, or other offical kennel club sites.
2007-04-25 12:12:01 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Extremely contagious and stays in the soil and on bedding, hard surfaces, etc.
If you really must get another dog within the next 6 months I would suggest getting an older dog which has been vaccinated and built up immunity. The younger the pup, the more susceptible it is to Parvo, harder to treat and more likely to die.
Ask your vet.
2007-04-25 12:01:43 · answer #7 · answered by Karen W 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
So Sorry about your dog I know how much you hurt. To answer your question Indoors, virus loses its infectivity within one month; therefore, it should be safe to introduce a new puppy indoors one month after the active infection has ended.
Outdoor
Freezing is completely protective to the virus. If the outdoors is contaminated and is frozen, one must wait for it to thaw out before safely introducing a new puppy.
Shaded areas should be considered contaminated for seven months.
Areas with good sunlight exposure should be considered contaminated for five months.
2007-04-25 12:18:56 · answer #8 · answered by china 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Parvo is extremely contagious! You will need to sterilize all surfaces within you home and anywhere the sick dog was. Use Bleach.
2007-04-25 11:59:10 · answer #9 · answered by Nutsonyourchin 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Ask the vet. And when you do get another dog make sure you get his or her shots to prevent another tragedy.
2007-04-25 11:58:57 · answer #10 · answered by upallniteowl 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋