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parvo

American  
[pahr-voh] / ˈpɑr voʊ /

noun

parvos plural
  1. parvovirus.


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noun

Etymology

Origin of parvo

By shortening

Example Sentences

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While some veterinarians recommend dogs receive parvo vaccinations every three years, dogs that socialize regularly with others should be vaccinated annually, Mann said.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 8, 2024

During last year’s heavily rainy monsoon season, South Indian veterinarians saw an uptick in parvo cases, largely due to street dogs coming in contact with contaminated water.

From Slate • Feb. 25, 2022

When she rescues a stray, Unruh vaccinates the dog for distemper and parvo and treats it for worms.

From Washington Times • May 12, 2018

He believes in vaccinating against rabies, distemper and parvo — and dosing according to weight to produce a protective antibody in the dog.

From Salon • Aug. 13, 2017

I find Young People a multum in parvo, serving as an entertaining reader, besides giving manly hints in all branches of knowledge—geography, natural history, science, drawing, and music.

From Harper's Young People, September 14, 1880 An Illustrated Weekly by Various

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