Heads up - dog illness
If anyone's dog starts with bloody diarrhea and vomitting, get them to a vet. There's been an outbreak of Parvo in the Lancaster, PA area. A friend down around Spartanburg SC, said they also have ...
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Crowe wrote:
We vaccinate our dogs against parvo. Isn't that the norm?
Yes, but... Puppies and old guys, dobies and rots seem to be more susceptible.
Not all vaccinations are 100% effective.
Puppies need to go through the entire series to build up effective immunity.
Summer is always bad for parvo. Warm humid conditions tend to prevent natural environmental destruction of the virus. It is very easy to transmit via shoes, clothing, hands, etc. and the virus is very resistant to cleaners - bleach solution is the best available. We see 2-5 cases per week during the summer.
As far as HGE, one of the more common serious GI issues we see. Most are normal one day and extremely sick the next. It is necessary to get vet help as dogs do die from this if not treated. If you see bloody diarrhea and depressed attitude - get help.
Fecal cultures and extensive history has never revealed a routine cause.
Good heads up for everyone.
Doug, DVM
