Canine Parvo and Feline Parvo, are they the same?
Parvoviruses are a large group; almost every mammal species seems to have its own parvovirus. Fortunately, each virus is pretty specific about what animals it can infect. For example, the canine parvovirus will not infect cats, but it could and most likely will affect most members of the dog family (wolves, coyotes, foxes etc.) The disease is highly infectious and is spread by physical contact and contact with feces. Areas infected with canine parvovirus or “feline parvo” (water and food bowls, bedding, floors, crates, etc) need to be disinfected with a bleach solution (1:30 ratio. 4 oz of chlorine per each gallon of water). Be careful when using it on carpets or fabrics.
