Canine Parvovirus There are many diseases and viruses that come in conflict with the average dog today. If no precautions are taken to prevent these viruses, chances are the dog is more than likely to contract one. One of the most common among these viruses is called canine parvovirus. “Since the discovery of the canine parvovirus in 1978, the number of dogs infected has increased rapidly and tremendously” (Welch). Canine parvovirus has appeared worldwide making it …showed first 75 words of 1377 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1377 total…other animals, and carpet. It can also be transmitted through the air and by the feces of other infected dogs, making the parvovirus one of the most contagious viruses in the United States today. Since it is so contagious, many dogs come in contact with everyday. In the late 1970’s it caused a widespread epidemic. Today it causes many deaths in dogs. The canine parvovirus is one of the most common viruses in dogs today.