1 Year Old Dies of Parvo - Page 2

http://nypugclub.org/health/ShowCrud.htm parvo F-Strain Virus There is a recent mutation of the parvo virus which is more virulent. It attacks the lower intestinal tract or large intestine. Dogs contracting this new strain will have accelerated symptoms. Care should be given immediately! Symptoms to watch for: Gelatin-like stool with some blood. Vomiting with bile and foam. Rapid weight loss (within a few hours after becoming ill.)NOTE 2: There is currently a new strain of Parvo in the environment that has come over from Europe and it is known as Parvo "F Strain". There is no Parvo shot made to protect against this current strain, which is the 7th mutation of the Parvo disease. Here is a link to the information on the New York Pug Club website (http://nypugclub.org/health/parvo.htm) . This new strain of Parvo can live in the environment for up to one year, it can be caught by simple airborne exposure, it shows symptoms within 4 days of exposure, and it can kill a completely healthy and vaccinated pup or young dog within 8 hours after symptoms show. we have been told to vaccinate the pups with at least four 4 PUPPY shots and then give several ADULT boosters along the way and then yearly. if they dont get there series of pup shot correctly there ammunity could be affected however with this new strain it does not help. it does not mean not to vaccinate it just means there is one strain that it will not help with so take other precautions. also the is a drug called tamaflu that has been saving parvo inflicted dogs it has been 100% effective however not everyone knows about it nor do they have it. keflex it a good start though. please read the link above and i am sorry for you loss

i have seen cases over and over again with vaccines not working due to one or more reasons. as stated before stress, different strains, expired vaccines, and mishandling of vaccines. another common culprit though is improper vaccination. if you do not inject deep enough, or inject into bloodstream vaccine will not take. also, modified live vaccines can give some dogs the illness you are trying to prevent.

Thank you everyone for your input and kind words. I live on the MA/NH border and I picked the dog up from RI...she was not shipped. I dont think she came here sick...I'm sure she got the parvo because I take my dogs everywhere with me. They love to go in the car and I enjoy their company. I would never do this with a puppy but thought I was safe with a year old dog. That F-strain of parvo sounds completey frightening and unfortunately, sounds like exactly what she had. Sue

Very sad story, I'm so sorry for you and your family.

Sue, I'm sorry for your loss. Sounds like in the time you had her she was your dog. ------------------------------------------- tcall, thanks for the links.

So sorry for your terrible experience. There is alot of discussion out there about vaccinating; when?, how many?, even whether to vaccinate at all. As an occasional breeder it's so hard to know what to do. I feed raw and there is a whole group of raw feeders that are into "Natural Rearing" (NR). No vaccines or "chemical" treatments (flea/tick, heartworm etc.) The internet is flooded with info now linking over-vaccinating to many health problems in our dogs like skin issues, food allergies, increased demodex; all related to weakened immune systems. One thing to remember is that puppies(if nursed) have immunity from their mom (if she's properly vaccinated) that lasts for at least 6-weeks. More shots doesn't mean more protection. Understanding the immune system's reaction to shots and timing them accordingly seems to make more sense. But I know there are more knowledgeable people on this site that can offer more insight on this than I can. This new Parvo strain sounds frightening. Seeking effective treatment immediately will be important to saving our dogs.

I didn't realize you had other dog(s) as well?? You should be watching them like a hawk, and dare I say, closer that that! Take temperatures of those guys 4 times per day. If you notice ANY elevation in temperature (103 or above), contact your vet IMMEDIATELY! If one vaccinated dog got it, there is no way of knowing for sure if your other dogs are at risk or not! Please, please be on guard, and check their temps or if you see unusual behavior, get them in to the vet very quickly! Good luck, and I hope that the other(s) are fine!

TCall, unable to bring up the nypug link you mentioned.

Does anyone know what the incubation period is on this new strain of parvo?? It has been over a couple weeks since the dog died and we do have a 3 month old that was exposed but is doing well at this point.

Incubation period for CPV (all strains that have been identified all have about the same incubation period) is as short as 3 and can be as long as 16 days. Remember that the virus lives for a long, long time on many objects, including the dirt. This means although your puppy may not have contracted the disease this week, if it is in contact with the virus elsewhere on your property, it could come down with it later. Bleach water (one part bleach, 6 parts water) sprayed on all affected items (you cannot use it on grass or dirt in which you are trying to grow something) will kill this virus. Items need to be sprayed, and then re-sprayed 24-48 hours later to kill anything that remains of the virus. Sunlight (UV exposure) also helps to eliminate this virus. All bedding and toys should be either washed in extremely HOT water or disposed of. I would NOT suggest bringing a new addition into your home for some time. Good luck, and keep an eye on that puppy!