Burkes Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 We've seen a lot of weird parvo type diseases in rescue this year. So scary! Hope your boy has a quick recovery! Just out of interest since we never know this answer in rescue, was your boy vaccinated and still got it? You don't have to answer that if you'd prefer not to Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ari.g Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Positive vibes being sent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salukifan Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Thank you all it is confirmed parvovirus but the symptoms are not exactly the same as usually seen. The vets think he will pull though as long as we keep up the care awwww bugger. IV fluids seem to be a key issue in recovery from parvo. Your boy is in the best possible place for a good recovery. Wishing him all the best. W Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frufru Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 (edited) Hope your little fellow makes it. I recall you saying that you babysat the neighbours dog - how soon after did it get sick? Just thinking about contamination of your yard and house :eek: Words cannot describe what kind of asshole your neighbour is letting that poor pup die in agony Edited January 31, 2014 by frufru Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Little Gifts Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Horrible news for you but I'm glad you have a diagnosis and got in quick to help your fur baby. I would be visiting your neighbour with a vet bill. He may not pay it but he needs to develop some awareness of how sick his own dog was and how the lack of medical assessment and treatment has put your dogs at risk. Not acceptable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amax-1 Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Thank you all it is confirmed parvovirus but the symptoms are not exactly the same as usually seen. The vets think he will pull though as long as we keep up the care Wishing him all the best that he pulls through with your prompt care. Can I ask how old he is and when he was last vaccinated. I've heard of vaccinated dogs contracting parvo before and it frightens me. To think that heartless man next door let his puppy die a slow death without any veterinary support makes me sick. Many have told me that Parvo is not usually dangerous in adult dogs of medium to large size if they have been vaccinated as pups? Not sure how true this is but I do know of one adult GSD who tested positive for Parvo by stool culture with no visible symptoms of illness? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indigirl Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Every 10 yrs or so a weird strain if parvo appears that kills quickly and spreads like wildfire. Kills vaccinated dogs too. I'm guessing it's one of those strains. Hope your little dog pulls through Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rascalmyshadow Posted January 31, 2014 Author Share Posted January 31, 2014 Ok I'm going to get flamed but all this time I thought he was vaccinated he wasn't. When I worked at the vet I thought he had his vaccine done when he was desexed, because I worked there I never bothered with vaccination cards I just left the info on the computer and didn't think to check it. I rang them this morning and found out there is no record on the system. He is only two and at 2.7kgs he can't afford to lose weight. I am so upset with my neighbour my husband has had words with him, I can't face him because I will lose it. My dogs are everything to me and I've made a huge mistake that could cost my dog his life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salukifan Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Ok I'm going to get flamed but all this time I thought he was vaccinated he wasn't. When I worked at the vet I thought he had his vaccine done when he was desexed, because I worked there I never bothered with vaccination cards I just left the info on the computer and didn't think to check it. I rang them this morning and found out there is no record on the system. He is only two and at 2.7kgs he can't afford to lose weight. I am so upset with my neighbour my husband has had words with him, I can't face him because I will lose it. My dogs are everything to me and I've made a huge mistake that could cost my dog his life. Breathe deep. You beating yourself up won't help your dog now. When you are calmer, your neighbour needs to understand that his failure to attend to his pup's sickness has placed your dogs are risk AND, very importantly, any pup brought into his yard or yours for the next 12 months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simply Grand Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Oh rascal like HW says, there's no point beating yourself up, it was a mistake. There's every chance he'll pull through, he's getting the treatment he needs. Sending positive thoughts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bertie Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Wishing you all the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gretel Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Oh I am sorry. Everything crossed he makes a good recovery! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Oh... ..... Hoping Astro responds well to the support - being adult will help , I'm sure .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westiemum Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Rascal I'm so sorry - what a ghastly ghastly time for you. All prayers for your pup here. I agree with Little Gifts. I'd give the vet bill to your neighbour and ask for payment - you're unlikely yo get it IMO but it makes a point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirislin Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Ok I'm going to get flamed but all this time I thought he was vaccinated he wasn't. When I worked at the vet I thought he had his vaccine done when he was desexed, because I worked there I never bothered with vaccination cards I just left the info on the computer and didn't think to check it. I rang them this morning and found out there is no record on the system. He is only two and at 2.7kgs he can't afford to lose weight. I am so upset with my neighbour my husband has had words with him, I can't face him because I will lose it. My dogs are everything to me and I've made a huge mistake that could cost my dog his life. Oh no! It was a terrible oversight. I hope you dont beat yourself up about this. Working at a vet clinic you never would have deliberately not bothered to have it done. I really hope he can pull through, he must be so tiny. I think my puppy is small but she's almost twice his size. You've got onto it quickly and he is being supported by fluids. I really hope he can pull through for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flashsmum Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Sending healing vibes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyCresties Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 All the best for Astro, healing thoughts heading your way for the little boy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trisven13 Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Until you've dealt with the insidiousness that is parvo, you truly don't understand. Yes you made a mistake and one you will beat yourself up for forever but anyone who flames you for it needs a boot up the arse. Parvo is a vile disease that is spread so easily that even when careful it can come into your home and your life. I KNOW, through painful experience, how it feels to live with a mistake that brings parvo into your house, I know how it feels to feel contaminated and diseased, I can look at photos of me taken when we had our issues with parvo and I can't see an ounce of happiness in any of the photos, I see only parvo. Know this though, you DO get past those feelings and things will get better and improve. Hugs to you and your family during this time. Your little guy is where he needs to be, receiving the treatment he needs to receive. You can't do more now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tibbie_tabbie Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Please don't beat yourself up, you are doing right by your little one and he'll be fighting for you. Fingers and toes crossed for good news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nekhbet Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Until you've dealt with the insidiousness that is parvo, you truly don't understand. Yes you made a mistake and one you will beat yourself up for forever but anyone who flames you for it needs a boot up the arse. Parvo is a vile disease that is spread so easily that even when careful it can come into your home and your life. Trisven is so right. I remember when my rottie had it and I made a quarantine area at the vet clinic (I was the nurse) and the boss shouted at me for scare mongering when visitors wandered through Coronavirus has similar symptoms and is more difficult to treat then Parvo, it can be mistaken for it a lot of the time. Your little one will pull through, persist and don't give up no matter how thin he gets. My rottie pup took three weeks before he could eat a teaspoon of food but he pulled through. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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