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Mom Gets Her Kid a Puppy for Christmas, Horror at What Happens Weeks Later

Mom Gets Her Kid a Puppy for Christmas, Horror at What Happens Weeks Later

Summary

A viral TikTok video from a Texas mom shows the chaos caused by a new puppy after escaping its kennel. The incident raises awareness about parvo, a contagious disease affecting dogs, which might be responsible for the puppy's severe symptoms.

Key Facts

  • A Texas mom posted a viral TikTok video showing her house covered in mess after a puppy escaped its kennel.
  • The video has over 15.6 million views and 986,900 likes.
  • Viewers commented that the mess could be due to parvo, a serious disease in dogs.
  • Parvo leads to vomiting, diarrhea, and dehydration, mainly attacking the dog's intestines.
  • The disease spreads through contact with contaminated poop and can live for months in the environment.
  • There is no cure, but treatment includes IV fluids and medications to help the dog recover.
  • Vaccination starting from six weeks old is the best way to prevent parvo.
  • With quick treatment, 85–95% of dogs survive parvo.

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