Canine parvovirus enteritis

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Viral disease Canine parvovirus enteritis

Overview

Etiology

Viral disease

Host Species

Dogs, Wild canid

Associated Microorganisms

Canine parvovirus type 2 Cause

Clinical Signs

Sudden death

Hemorrhagic diarrhea

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Vomiting

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Retching

Depression

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Anorexia

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Pyrexia

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Severe dehydration

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Lymphopenia

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Neutropenia

Weight loss

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Abdominal discomfort

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Myocarditis

Diagnosis

Complete blood count

Fecal ELISA

Electron microscopy

Immunofluorescence staining

Immunoperoxidase staining

Treatment

Intravenous fluid and electrolyte therapy

Lactated Ringer solution administration

Potassium chloride supplementation

Sodium bicarbonate supplementation

Amino acid supplementation

Dextrose administration

Vitamin B complex administration

Ampicillin therapy

Gentamicin therapy

Dexamethasone therapy

Prednisolone therapy

Antiemetic therapy

Prevention & Control

Vaccination with live attenuated vaccine

Vaccination with inactivated vaccine

Isolation of puppies

Strict hygiene

Annual revaccination

Bivalent distemper parvo vaccination

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