Canine Parvovirus type 2 (CPV-2) Flashcards
1
Q
What is Parvo
A
> Highly contagious
Acute severe gastroenteritis
Clinical signs 4-9 days after exposure
Very resistant survive in environment for 1 yr or longer
2
Q
Parvo transmission
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> Fecal-oral route
Fomites
Environmental
Replicates in lymphoid tissue of oral cavity and pharynx
3
Q
CS of Parvo
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> Common in puppies less than year old or unvaccinated dogs
Acute onset of vomit,diarrhea,anorexia,lethargy
Often present with fever
4
Q
Diagnosis of Parvo
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> In house ELISA test
> Lab test help with diagnosis
5
Q
Parvo treatment
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> Supportive care (Electrolyte imbalances)
NPO until vomit subsides
Broad spectrum antibiotics
Anti emetics, Analgesics
6
Q
What is the number 1 thing to remember with parvo
A
> Isolation and care
- PPE
7
Q
What breeds are most susceptible to parvo
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> Rotts > Dobermans > Pitbulls > German shepherds > Labs
