03/04/2026
On top of the paralysis tick cases being seen, Biosecurity Tasmania has notified all vet clinics that there is a serious parvovirus outbreak, affecting all areas of the state. Please make sure all your pets are vaccinated and all new puppies aren't taken to beaches/dog parks/street walks until fully vaccinated. This does affect cats too, so make sure any new kittens get vaccinated. People can carry the virus on their clothing as well. Symptoms include severe diarrhoea, often bloody, fever, not eating and this can often be deadly. If you are worried, please phone the clinic and we will advise how we will deal with it, please don't bring them into the actual clinic beforehand as it is super contagious :(
