(City of Pocatello Press Release, April 28, 2025; Cover Photo Credit: City of Pocatello)
Pocatello Animal Services is pleased to report that all ten puppies remaining in our care have continued to test negative for the parvovirus. Following extensive disinfection and containment measures, the shelter is safe to reopen.
The shelter will resume normal business hours starting Tuesday, April 29, 2025. While we are reopening to the public for adoptions and other services, volunteer activities will remain suspended until further notice out of an abundance of caution.
The ten puppies are still under evaluation and will not be immediately available for adoption. We anticipate they will be ready for adoption in the near future once they are cleared by our shelter veterinarian.
We sincerely appreciate the community’s patience, understanding, and support as we worked to manage this situation.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is the policy of the City of Pocatello to offer its public programs, services, and meetings in a manner that is readily accessible to everyone, including those with disabilities. If you are disabled and require an accommodation, please contact Skyler Beebe with two (2) business days’ advance notice at sbeebe@pocatello.gov; 208.234.6248; or 5815 South 5th Avenue, Pocatello, Idaho. Advance notification within this guideline will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility.
See Below: Previous Press Release, April 25, 2025
Parvovirus Detected at Pocatello Animal Shelter, Temporary Closure Implemented
Pocatello Animal Services has temporarily paused animal adoptions after canine parvovirus was diagnosed in animals cared for by the shelter.
Animal Services has confirmed that four puppies in their care have tested positive for the parvovirus. Despite their best efforts, these puppies were exhibiting severe symptoms and were humanely euthanized to prevent the spread of the virus and to protect the health of the remaining animals in the facility.
At this time, ten other puppies at the shelter have tested negative for parvo and are being closely monitored. Out of an abundance of caution, the shelter is temporarily closed to the public and volunteers to limit the risk of cross-contamination.
Parvovirus is a highly contagious and potentially deadly virus that affects unvaccinated dogs, especially puppies. Animal Services staff is working diligently to disinfect all affected areas and implement strict isolation protocols to contain the virus and ensure the safety and well-being of the animals at the shelter.
We appreciate the community’s understanding and support as we work to resolve this situation. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available and when it is safe to reopen.
