Two New Rescue Pups. SAD UPDATE 2/11/07

[areias]

Ohh no... I'm sorry for you and the pups. How is Dozer doing?

Perhaps Barney will pull through-I'll send some good vibes his way. Parvo isn't a death sentence, I've only personally seen one death from parvo (that was treated) out of probably 15-20 cases in the clinic I worked at (yes we have a lot of that down here..). Good luck to you guys.

You've had such a hard time lately-what with ringworm, and now parvo-hopefully some good luck is around the corner. You deserve it.

[borzoimom]

I'd follow borzoimom's advice and wait 6 months or more to keep risk of reinfection down.

First set of shots mean nothing. Puppies don't get their full immunity until a few weeks after their LAST shot! That's why we always recommend to clients that even though they are in a hurry to take the puppy out to socalize it, show it off, or even enroll in puppy classes, that they should WAIT until the series of shots is finished first.

Also- considering they are not sure when the immune system of the mother " kicks off" from the pups, is why we give multiple shots. Lets say moms immune system with one female kicks off at 6 weeks, while another might be 10 weeks- the pup that gets the shot at 6 weeks, when really, the system doesnt need it- probably stresses the sytem as well..
I am relieved to hear you are not taking on anymore pups. Remember and adult, if not cared for and doesnt have the shots as well also can catch this disease.

[DrKym]

Tracy, here is a link I hope it helps with some of the confusion about Parvo, and also breaks down what can and cannot be expected now that your home has been exposed.

You may also want to try Kenic Parvo Lan, I have been using it for many years, I am allergic to bleach so I needed an effective killer. I also add it to my carpet cleaning solution.

http://www.workingdogs.com/parvofaq.htm

I do hope things look up soon! Hugs to your guys.

[Reachoutrescue]

Tracy, here is a link I hope it helps with some of the confusion about Parvo, and also breaks down what can and cannot be expected now that your home has been exposed.

You may also want to try Kenic Parvo Lan, I have been using it for many years, I am allergic to bleach so I needed an effective killer. I also add it to my carpet cleaning solution.

http://www.workingdogs.com/parvofaq.htm

I do hope things look up soon! Hugs to your guys.

Thank you so much for that link. Where can I find Kenic Parvo Lan?

[DrKym]

Thank you so much for that link. Where can I find Kenic Parvo Lan?

I get mine through Jeffers pet supply, but any good vet ragmag will have it, you may try also groomers mags, i will look up the website info and post a link. It is Kenic Parvo-lan 128. btw it smells SOOOO good!

here is the link
http://www.jefferspet.com/ssc/produc...vo%20AND%20lan

[DrKym]

I am so sorry to hear about the Parvo outbreak, it is such a tough thing to get rid of.

I have used and still swear by a product called Kenic Parvo-lan. I get mine through Jeffers pet supply. I use it all over my house.

Hugs to you and to your guys that they stay healthy!

[lute]

This is aweful Tracy! I'm so sorry! Let me know if you need anything!

P.S. I'm leaving right now to pick up Bruce.

[pitc9]

Oh No!
How sad!
I hope Barney gets well soon and finds his furever home!
{hugs} to you!
I hope your pups stay healthy!

[Reachoutrescue]

Thank you everybody for your kind words. Sadly, Barney did not make it and the one sibling that was put in a foster home was tested postitve for Parvo. He never had any runny, bloody stool, he was eating, no vomiting, no signs of Parvo. The vet said just to keep him well hydrated with water/pedialyte mix, and to be sure he eats. Well, he died on Saturday night. It is so sad. I am taking a rest from pulling dogs for a bit. I may pull an adult or two from another rescue I have pulled from before (never had a problem with their dogs) in mid March, but I am not sure if I will even pull that soon. I am so hesitant now. My head is just spinning. Everytime I try to do good, bad happens. So far Dozer is okay. He is eating well and his gums are look great. I am taking him next week for a fecal to test for EVERYTHING! I just hope my lil' guy is okay. Thanks again for your kindness everybody.

[lute]

I'm so sorry about all this Tracy! I hope Dozer didn't get anything from the pups! Don't stop rescueing pups just because of a parvo outbreak! Keep your chin up, make sure all your pets are ok. Do a major cleaning and take a beather. You know if you ever have an emergancy I can take in someone.