How long does the parvo virus live in the home?!
Question: How long does the parvo virus live in the home.?
I recently adopted a kitten from a local shelter and unfortunately he had parvo and did not survive it. I have other cats that are vaccinated but I would like to adopt another. I have steamed my floors, threw out all toys, washed all bedding, food bowls and the litter box but not sure about the carpet.?.?.? I don't want to adopt another kitten if it is possible that it will catch parvo if it is still lurking in my house somewhere.Health Question & Answer
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So sorry for your loss. I didn't really know cats could get parvo, but from what I know about the canine version, the virus can live on feces or other organic material for more than a year. It is a very tough virus. Bleach kills the virus, but I am not sure if it could live in carpet. Imaybe there is dirt, which is organic material, under the carpet.?.?) I would ask the vet.
In dogs, it is normally spread by the feces. So I would *guess* that if you don't have **** laying around your house, it'll be ok. But again, ask the vet!! I really don't know.
Or adopt an older cat, who's had the vaccine :-)Health Question & Answer
In dogs, it is normally spread by the feces. So I would *guess* that if you don't have **** laying around your house, it'll be ok. But again, ask the vet!! I really don't know.
Or adopt an older cat, who's had the vaccine :-)Health Question & Answer
Cats cant get parvo, its a canine disease...But cats can get other health problems such as feline AIDS, leukemia and FIP. Parvo can last in any enviroment for years. Ask your vet on how you cant treat your particular enviroment if your concerned and always keep your pets up to date on their shots!Health Question & Answer