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• Parvo: Parvaid is the recommended product to aid parvo dogs. Parvaid helps by fighting the Parvo virus in dogs, and may help with bloody stools, dog diarrhea, throwing up, and other symptoms that are caused by the parvo virus. We recommend Parvaid to be used with an antibiotic, to fight off the secondary infections caused by the Parvo virus in dogs. See our all natural antibiotic Vibactra Plus.

What Is Parvo?

The Parvovirus is a common and potentially deadly viral disease that can affect dogs by attacking the intestinal tract. Parvo affects puppies much more frequently than it affects adult dogs, especially in the critical period between a puppy’s weaning from its mother and the build-up of its own immune system. The Parvovirus can cause symptoms of:

Vomiting

Diarrhea - (starts out with a yellow tinge unless there is a super infection which means more than one infection)

Lethargy

Depression

Dehydration

High fever

Over time, new symptoms of the virus have appeared, causing variations in treatment and driving Amber Technology to make changes to the formulation of Parvaid.   Parvo is extremely resilient and can be transmitted in any discharge from an infected animal, especially feces and vomit. Vaccinations are a deterrent of Parvo, but are not guaranteed to inhibit the disease. Early detection and treatment are critical to maximize the probability of your dog surviving this disease.

How Do I Know If My Dog Is Suffering From Parvo?

Parvo is a virus that initially attacks the lining of the digestive system, and prevents dogs and puppies from absorbing nutrients or liquids. Puppies are especially prone to Parvo because they have an immature immune system. When dogs and puppies contract Parvo, symptoms usually begin with depression and loss of appetite.

Secondary symptoms appear as severe gastrointestinal distress, such as:

Vomiting

Bloody diarrhea (dark brown runny stools, color of brick)

High fever

Lethargy

Dehydration

Shock

Death can follow

How Is Parvo Transmitted?

Parvo can occur in any dog as the virus is easily transmitted. The virus is extremely hardy in the environment, and in some areas can survive 3 to 7 years. The Parvovirus withstands wide temperature fluctuations and most cleaning agents. Parvo can be brought home to your dog on shoes, hands, car tires, and even by flies and birds. Areas that are thought to be contaminated with Parvo should be thoroughly washed with chlorine bleach. Detailed instructions for assistance in fighting the Parvovirus can be found in the Amber Technology Parvo Self-Help Guide, a free download. The Parvovirus is specific to dogs and usually cannot be transmitted to humans or other species of pets. One step to avoid Parvo infection in your dog is to adhere to the recommended vaccination schedule which begins when puppies are 6-8 weeks of age, however, a majority of puppies that contract the Parvovirus are up to date on their vaccinations. It is also recommended to boost the immune system with vitamins before administering vaccinations. Keep puppies quarantined until they are at least 10 weeks of age (longer is better) and do not allow people to handle the puppies without the proper gear.