Canine Parvovirus

Question 1

What kind of virus is Canine Parvovirus?

Answer 1

Single stranded, non enveloped DNA virus

Question 2

Canine Parvovirus is highly resistant and survives long periods of time in the environment. How is it transmitted?

Answer 2

Fecal- oral

Question 3

Which group of animals does Canine Parvovirus primarily affect?

Answer 3

Young unvaccinated puppies

Question 4

What are some hospital considerations with Parvovirus?

Answer 4

-Parvo until proven otherwise
-Isolation of cases
-proper PPE
-Proper cleaning of waste and supplies

Question 5

Clinical signs of Parvovirus

Answer 5

• depression lethargy
  -anorexia
• vomiting and bloody diarrhea
• Dehydration and fever

Question 6

Diagnosis

Answer 6

• Positive fecal ELISA
• Serology: high CVP titer

Question 7

What CBC results would you expect to see in a case of Canine Parvovirus?

Answer 7

Lymphopenia, Neutropenia, and Increased PCV

Question 8

What Chemistry results would you expect to see in a case of Canine Parvovirus?

Answer 8

Hypoglycemia, Hyponatremia, Hypokalemia

Question 9

Treatment

Answer 9

Supportive:
IV fluids +/- electrolytes & Dextrose
Antibiotics
Antiemetics
Nutrition

Question 10

Prevention

Answer 10

Vaccination