After my dog had parvo, does keeping the house cold stop virus spread?

I am sorry for your loss. Everyone deals with this type of loss differently. Here are some articles that may be helpful: https://www.avma.org/public/PetCare/Pages/pet-loss.aspx https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/coping-death-your-pet http://www.vetstreet.com/our-pet-experts/7-ways-to-cope-with-the-loss-of-a-pet 1:32 dilute bleach will kill parvovirus, but it is unlikely that you will be able to disinfect everywhere that Chico was during the last couple of months (think couches, carpets, rugs, etc). Since it can stay infective in the environment for many months, I would recommend not getting a young puppy for at least 6 months. If you do decide to get another dog, an older one that has been previously vaccinated or a puppy that is older than 4 months old and has already had 3 rounds of vaccines should be safe. Distemper does not last long in the environment.

I'm so glad that Hudson has recovered from Parvo. Unfortunately, Parvovirus can survive in the environment for a prolonged period of time. I am attaching a handout below with specifics about disinfection. http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&C=&A=579&SourceID= The inside of your house is considered infected for about a month, but the yard can be considered infected for many months, so I would not recommend any dogs coming to your house unless they are fully vaccinated. Good luck! I hope that was helpful. Thanks for using PetCoach.

Parvovirus (CPV) is very hardy. It is capable of surviving for months in the environment, even through the winter. Infected dogs can shed huge amounts of the virus, making it difficult to disinfect an area once it has been exposed to an infected dog. If you have parvovirus on you or your clothes you can certainly transmit it to your car or other places. Disinfectant wipes are not likely to do the trick. CPV is resistant to most household cleaning products with the exception of bleach. Cleaning with a solution of one part bleach mixed with approximately 30 parts water is an acceptable method for disinfecting any indoor area (including bedding, food/water bowls, and all surfaces). Hope this helps.

Luckily since Princess is an adult dog and has been vaccinated it's unlikely she would get sick. You've done a good job with cleaning also so it is safe for her to go into your room again. I hope the puppy is improving and please keep up with Princess's vaccinations when due. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Princess.

Im so sorry for your loss. I would recommend getting Zowie vaccinated asap. She may have been exposed but vaccination may stimulate her immune system. Parvo can live in the soil for years so if that was the case be aware that any future puppies could be at risk. Your pup may have also had intestinal parasites or another disease. I recomend Zowie getting a full check up and parasite exam as well as vaccines to be safe. Clorox will kill parvo virus on hard surfaces. So mopping tile floors or cleaning dog kennels with Clorox helps. Here's an article with more about disinfecting. http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=579 I'm sorry about your pup and I hope Zowie stays healthy.

Bleach diluted 1:9 with water is enough to kill the parvovirus. So I would mix up bleach and water yourself and then as an extra measure you follow up with the Chlorox afterwards. I would also keep all other pets away from Max if possible until he has hopefully recovered and 7-10 days after resolution of symptoms, especially not fully vaccinated pets. I do hope that your pup is able to make a full and speedy recovery soon! Best wishes and take care.

Parvo virus is transmitted from the feces/vomit of one infected dog directly to another (it can survive in the soiled environment for over 12months if not adequately cleaned and disinfected with bleach). She should be isolated from any areas where she may have contact with non-vaccinated dogs or their feces until after her second parvo vaccination but your own house (or enclosed garden) should be relatively safe as long as any accidents from your previous pup have been removed and bleached/steamed