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fannie · 10-08-2006, 07:19 AM

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CANINE CORONAVIRUS

Canine Coronavirus is a virus that affects the intestinal tract of dogs. It causes a gastroenteritis similar to parvo. Canine Coronavirus is a highly contagious virus affecting not only puppies, but older dogs as well.

The clinical signs of Canine Coronavirus vary from mild and undetectable to severe and fatal. Most common signs include: depression, fever, loss of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea. The diarrhea can be watery, yellowish-orange in color, bloody, mucoid, and usually has an offensive odor. Sudden death and abortions sometimes occur. The duration of illness can be anywhere from 2-10 days.

The most common route of infection is contact with fecal material containing the virus. Signs begin to show 1-5 days after exposure. The dog becomes a “carrier” for several weeks after recovery. The virus can live in the environment for several months. Clorox mixed at a rate of 4 ounces in a gallon of water will destroy the virus.

Because it is a virus, there is NO CURE for coronavirus at this time. Treatment varies according to the severity of the disease and the age and condition of your pet. Inravenous fluid therapy and hospitalization are often required, since dehydration readily occurs with this illness. Additional therapy can consist of dietary restriction, anti-emetics (anti-vomiting), anti-diarrheals, and broad spectrum antibiotics to prevent secondary infections.

It is estimated that at least 50% of all virus-type diarrhea is infected with both Parvovirus and Coronavirus. It is estimated that over 90% of all dogs have had exposure to Coronavirus at one time or another. Dogs that have recovered from Coronavirus develop some immunity, but the duration of immunity is unknown.

PREVENTION

Strict sanitation is required, especially if your household contains more than one dog. All animal waste should be disposed of daily, and feeding and watering utensils should be properly sanitized. A VACCINE for Canine Coronavirus is available. We highly recommend vaccination of all dogs against coronavirus, as well as parvovirus.

The following precautions are recommended for puppies:

Do not take your puppy to the front yard, park, for a walk around the block, or to PETSMART. These are all places where infected dogs have been or presently are.

Only have the puppy around dogs that YOU KNOW are current on vaccinations. There should be no contact with stray dogs or dogs that you are not sure of.

Do not let the puppy be exposed to any other puppies. These pups could be incubating the disease (and therefore be contagious) without showing signs of illness.

Always wash your hands after handling any dog.

10-08-2006, 07:19 AM	#41
fannie Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,693	http://www.cpvh.com/Articles/8.html CANINE CORONAVIRUS Canine Coronavirus is a virus that affects the intestinal tract of dogs. It causes a gastroenteritis similar to parvo. Canine Coronavirus is a highly contagious virus affecting not only puppies, but older dogs as well. The clinical signs of Canine Coronavirus vary from mild and undetectable to severe and fatal. Most common signs include: depression, fever, loss of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea. The diarrhea can be watery, yellowish-orange in color, bloody, mucoid, and usually has an offensive odor. Sudden death and abortions sometimes occur. The duration of illness can be anywhere from 2-10 days. The most common route of infection is contact with fecal material containing the virus. Signs begin to show 1-5 days after exposure. The dog becomes a “carrier” for several weeks after recovery. The virus can live in the environment for several months. Clorox mixed at a rate of 4 ounces in a gallon of water will destroy the virus. Because it is a virus, there is NO CURE for coronavirus at this time. Treatment varies according to the severity of the disease and the age and condition of your pet. Inravenous fluid therapy and hospitalization are often required, since dehydration readily occurs with this illness. Additional therapy can consist of dietary restriction, anti-emetics (anti-vomiting), anti-diarrheals, and broad spectrum antibiotics to prevent secondary infections. It is estimated that at least 50% of all virus-type diarrhea is infected with both Parvovirus and Coronavirus. It is estimated that over 90% of all dogs have had exposure to Coronavirus at one time or another. Dogs that have recovered from Coronavirus develop some immunity, but the duration of immunity is unknown. PREVENTION Strict sanitation is required, especially if your household contains more than one dog. All animal waste should be disposed of daily, and feeding and watering utensils should be properly sanitized. A VACCINE for Canine Coronavirus is available. We highly recommend vaccination of all dogs against coronavirus, as well as parvovirus. The following precautions are recommended for puppies: Do not take your puppy to the front yard, park, for a walk around the block, or to PETSMART. These are all places where infected dogs have been or presently are. Only have the puppy around dogs that YOU KNOW are current on vaccinations. There should be no contact with stray dogs or dogs that you are not sure of. Do not let the puppy be exposed to any other puppies. These pups could be incubating the disease (and therefore be contagious) without showing signs of illness. Always wash your hands after handling any dog. __________________ Steph, Mama to 6 skin babies and beautiful yorkies!