How to Recognize and Treat Parvoviral Enteritis in Dogs
Parvoviral enteritis is a serious virus that affects both puppies and older dogs. It destroys cells in a canine's intestines and tissues. A dog owner may become concerned when his canine begins to vomit and experience diarrhea. Because this illness can be a serious health issue, it's important to seek treatment.
Instructions
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Evaluate your dog for signs of parvoviral enteritis. Symptoms may include fever and loss of appetite. In addition, your canine may appear depressed and have diarrhea and vomiting.
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Take your dog to the animal hospital immediately. This condition can be life-threatening, so immediate care is critical. Keep your canine relaxed while transporting it to the vet. Keeping calm yourself can help because dogs pick up on our emotions.
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Partner with the vet to create a treatment plan. Your dog will need to be hospitalized and given intravenous fluids to combat dehydration. Medication may also be administered to control your canine's diarrhea and vomiting.
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Encourage your dog to rest. When you bring your canine home, encourage him to relax. Wash all bedding and provide a quiet place to heal. Keep stress to a minimum by keeping other animals and small children at bay.
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Treat other animals in the home. Parvoviral enteritis in dogs is highly contagious. If you have other dogs in the home, they may require treatment.
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Tips & Warnings
Limit activity while your dog is recovering. Your dog will need plenty of rest to make a full recovery. Keep him on a leash during bathroom breaks to reduce excess roaming.
Keep other dogs away until he's recovered. Pick up all stools and keep your dog away from other animals. This will control the spread of paroviral enteritis.
