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Canine Parvovirus

Canine parvovirus is a severe, potentially fatal gastrointestinal disease that infects dogs.

Puppies and young dogs are most susceptible and tend to have the most severe infections, but dogs of any age that are unprotected against parvovirus can get the disease.

Full article Dawg Business: Canine Parvovirus

Filed under: Parvovirus

Disinfecting the Environment of Parvo

Parvovirus may survive in the environment for several months, depending on many factors, such as temperature, humidity levels, sunlight etc. (Please note that freezing temperatures will not kill parvo, on the contrary)

The mainstay for parvo disinfection for the environment is to use a diluted bleach solution on cleanable surfaces (never on an animal!).

Full article About.com: Parvovirus: Disinfecting the Environment of Parvo

Filed under: Parvovirus

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