Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Canine parvovirus infection in dogs - symptoms and treatment
By Mazzaferro, Elisa M·Published in The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice·2020·Cornell University Veterinary Specialists, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Update on Canine Parvoviral Enteritis.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A dog with parvovirus, a serious viral infection, can show symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea, and lethargy. To diagnose this condition, vets can test for the virus in the dog's stool and look for changes in blood cell counts. Treatment typically involves giving fluids through an IV, anti-nausea medications, antibiotics to prevent infections, and early feeding to help recovery. Vaccination is crucial in preventing this disease, especially in young puppies, as it helps build their immunity. With prompt treatment, many dogs can recover from parvoviral enteritis.
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Abstract
Canine parvoviral enteritis is one of the most common causes of morbidity and mortality in dogs worldwide. Tests can detect viral antigen in feces, and characteristic decreases in total leukocyte, neutrophil, and lymphocyte counts can increase the index of suspicion in affected cases and can be used to prognosticate morbidity and mortality. The standard of care for infected animals includes IV crystalloid and sometimes colloid fluids, antiemetics, broad-spectrum antibiotics, and early enteral nutrition. Vaccination induces protective immunity in most dogs. Vaccination, along with limiting exposure in young puppies, is the most effective means of preventing parvoviral enteritis in dogs.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32891439/