Hello, about three days ago my 10 week old pitbull Puppy started showing its first signs of Parvo, I took him to the vet where he was tested and indeed it was parvo, he is still at the vet being treated. But I have two Adult dogs which where in heavy/consistant contact with the puppy, neither dogs have started showing signs of it and both are still eating well, as well as acting normal. I'm just scared they may catch it. Is there any early warning signs I could be looking for that might give me a hint that they two have been infected. One is a black lab mastiff mix, and the other is a full blooded Alaskan Huskey. Also would it be wise to maybe be adding Pedilyte or something of that nature to their water to boost their electrolyte levels just in case they may end up with it? I've already been ripping through my entire house with the bleach and water solution and my yard is next. I know the Huskey is up to date on her Parvo vacs, but not sure about the lab as I haven't always owned him. My local vet suggests I bring them both in and have them get the vac shots just in case, but we're talking around 92 dollars for this when I'm already having to shell out lord only knows how much for the puppy but so far I've paid $300.

I realise how expensive it is to have to take your other dogs in to be checked out, get the precautionary vaccininations, and for the vets to run tests. Just think how much more expensive it will be to save all three dogs if they have contracted the virus. Parvo is a nasty thing, and it doesn't take long for them to get deathly ill and die.

It wouldn't hurt to give them pedialite ahead of time, but you really need to get them both checked out, like your vet has suggested. It will be less expensive in the long run, and by the sound of it you love and care for your animals, and they are counting on you to keep them healthy.

The signs of your older dogs, will be the same signs as your puppy had. No appetite, vomiting, lethargy, and since they are older dogs, you will be able to see signs that are acting different from their normal behaviour.

Have you ever checked into pet health insurance? It's kind of the same as health insurance for people, and it might save you from paying so much if something happens again. Especially since you have three dogs. That can get really expensive, especially if you have an emergency.

I didn't even know there was such a thing until a few yrs ago, but you can actually get some pretty good rates. I have yet to get it myself, but it sure sounds like a good idea to me. At least you don't have to shell out hundreds of dollars all at once.

I hope your pup comes out of this okay, as well as your other two!

Good luck! :)

The Puppy is doing well, he is still at the vet, still vomiting but they're not having much of a problem keeping him hydrated. They also started him on antibiotics to prevent any sort of secondary infections from his weakened immune system. I went to see him earlier and he was alert and active, though still throwing up from time to time. I done the skin and gum tests myself to check his levels of hydration which seemed to impress the vet. My next question is due to his weakened immune system should I avoid him from having immediate contact with my other dogs when I bring him home, at-least for a while?

I'm so glad that it seems your pup is going to be all right after his ordeal. You had mentioned that you had been bleaching and cleaning everything, so that will help a lot in the house. The backyard is a little harder to clean like that, but I'm sure you are doing your best, although it is hard to know where they have peed', and marked their territory.

I would ask your vet about your question, when it's time to bring him home. Try and write down any questions that you have for your vet, so you don't forget when you get there, and have an excited pup licking your face. Ask everything that concerns you, from the little guys diet, to the worries you have with your other dogs.

It's too hard to say from this end, about if he should be kept away for a period from your other dogs. I'm sure your vet will know if it's all right for the 'lil pup to be around his playmates. It's such a good thing that you knew the early signs of parvo, and got your pup to the vet in time. It could have turned into a horrible scenario.

I'm so glad the little guy is okay! Good luck to you, and good health to your four legged buddies! :)

My Sisters 4 month old puppy died yesterday from parvo.. He was at the hospital, but the 2nd night, his IV came, out, no one noticed this, and he took a turn for the worst. My Sister his heart broken. My concern is her older dog, he's 8 years old... Is he in danger too. And do you think the puppy, not being watched closely when his IV came out caused his death, because he seemed a little better, the night before.