Prevention of canine parvovirus and welfare of affected dogs in the UK and globally.
Key Facts
Parvovirus causes severe haemorrhagic gastroenteritis with high mortality in unvaccinated dogs
Vaccination is highly effective and affordable protection against parvovirus
Parvovirus is extremely stable in the environment and can persist for months to years
Young puppies are most vulnerable before full vaccination is complete
Outbreaks occur in areas with low vaccination rates or in unvaccinated rescue populations
Welfare Considerations
Parvovirus causes severe acute suffering and high mortality, and vaccination is a welfare-essential intervention that prevents this entirely preventable disease.
What You Can Do
Vaccinate your puppy against parvovirus according to veterinary guidance
Avoid walking unvaccinated puppies in public areas until vaccination is complete
Support rescue organisations with parvovirus vaccination programmes