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Canine parvovirus (also referred to as CPV, CPV2, or parvo) is a contagious virus mainly affecting dogs. CPV is highly contagious and is spread from dog to dog by direct or indirect contact with their feces. Vaccines can prevent this infection, but mortality can reach 91% in untreated cases. Dogs that develop the disease show signs of the illness within three to seven days. The signs may include lethargy, vomiting, fever, and diarrhea (usually bloody).Survival rate depends on how quickly CPV is diagnosed, the age of the dog, and how aggressive the treatment is. Treatment usually involves extensive hospitalization, due to severe dehydration and potential damage to the intestines and bone marrow. Treatment ideally also consists of crystalloid IV fluids and/or colloids (e.g., Hetastarch), antinausea injections (antiemetics) and broad-spectrum antibiotic injections.