11/03/2025
After hours in Christchurch are seeing an increase in puppies with parvovirus apparently.
It seems to be more common in larger cities. Please be very careful with your puppies and consider not going to dog parks in Christchurch. Please also check vaccinations are up to date as these are really effective against this disease. Finally Parvo is a virus that survives on the ground for 15 months or so and shoes can also transport it.
As veterinarians report seeing a significant increase in the number of parvovirus cases, the New Zealand Veterinary Association Te Pae Kīrehe (NZVA) is calling on puppy owners to prioritise essential vaccinations to prevent heartbreak.