Peter D

We are staying at a friend's farm in the New Year with our 9 week old puppy. The property is mainly bush and some pasture with around 100 head of cattle habitating in various areas of the property. Our friend does not have a dog and I don't believe that there have been dogs on the property for a number of years. No wild dogs but no doubt some foxes. There is plenty of other wildlife (wallabies, wombats, possums etc). The puppy will be staying inside with us at night and we won't be letting her run free. Because of ticks we will be carrying her mostly. I'd appreciate any feedback on any risks that you believe we should be considering. Thanks Peter

Hi All. Thanks for your responses. On the basis of your concerns, more research and the advice of the breeder we have cancelled our stay at the dog friendly house. At the end of the day we have no idea of how many dogs have been at the house and therefore have no idea of the probability of Elsa picking up Parvo. Again thanks for your advice.

We have planned to go on holidays after Christmas with our new puppy. We are renting a dog friendly holiday house. Our puppy (Golden Retriever bitch) will only be 9 weeks old. Our main concern is that unvaccinated dogs may have stayed at the house and that Parvo may be present in the backyard. Do you think our concern warranted? I'd appreciate any informed opinions and/or experiences.