Amdoparvovirus
Official statement of Dobermannclub Danmark
‼️OFFICIAL STATEMENT‼️
Regarding the Current Discussion on the Reported Amdoparvovirus Virus and the IDC World Show 2026
The Danish Dobermann Club and the Organising Committee of the IDC World Show 2026 are fully aware of the ongoing discussions concerning the reported virus in, among other countries, Serbia and Russia, and the questions that have been raised regarding the organisation of the IDC World Show in Denmark.
The health and welfare of all dogs participating in our events will always be our highest priority. For this reason, we have taken the situation seriously from the very beginning and have maintained continuous dialogue with the relevant Danish veterinary authorities. All available information and documentation received by us has been forwarded to the authorities, who continue to assess the situation based on scientific evidence and professional expertise.
At the present time, we have not been provided with laboratory-confirmed evidence or other verifiable documentation that clearly establishes the circumstances described in the ongoing public debate. Consequently, we consider it our responsibility to rely on the assessments of the competent Danish authorities rather than on rumours, assumptions, or unverified information circulating on social media.
We fully understand the concern expressed by breeders and dog owners around the world. Any disease affecting dogs—especially one that may result in the loss of puppies or serious illness in adult dogs—is heartbreaking. Our sincere sympathy goes to everyone who has experienced such losses.
However, it is important to recognise that this issue extends far beyond one single event. If a contagious disease represents an international threat, then the discussion should focus on the overall management of that risk across countries, rather than concentrating exclusively on the IDC World Show.
We find it surprising that Denmark and the IDC World Show have become the primary focus of criticism while numerous other international canine events continue to take place throughout Europe. These include international dog shows, IGP championships, the FCI World Championship, the European Dog Show, and many other national and international events where dogs from multiple countries gather.
Likewise, breeding activities, the international movement of breeding dogs, puppy exports, imports, and other cross-border canine activities continue in several of the countries mentioned in the debate. If the disease is considered to pose a significant international threat, these activities should naturally also form part of the broader discussion.
In our opinion, faster and more transparent communication between the affected countries, kennel clubs, veterinary authorities, and relevant European institutions would have been highly beneficial. When there is concern about a potentially serious infectious disease, rapid sharing of verified information is essential to enable responsible decision-making in every country.
We have never claimed that any dog event can be organised with a guarantee that disease transmission cannot occur. Such a guarantee is impossible for any organiser anywhere in the world. This applies equally to dog shows, working trials, training events, breeding visits, and every other activity where dogs come together.
For this reason, extensive preparations have been made to organise the IDC World Show under the safest and most responsible conditions possible. We continue to follow all recommendations issued by the Danish authorities and will immediately implement any additional measures they may consider necessary. Should the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration advise that the event should not proceed, we will naturally follow that recommendation. The health and welfare of the dogs will always take precedence over the event itself.
Our goal is not to create conflict but to encourage a constructive, factual, and respectful discussion. Decisions of this importance should always be based on documented evidence rather than speculation or unverified claims.
We remain committed to following developments closely and maintaining close cooperation with the relevant authorities. Should new scientific evidence become available or official recommendations change, we will naturally act accordingly.
We sincerely hope that kennel clubs, organisers, breeders, dog owners, and veterinary authorities across Europe will continue working together with openness, transparency, and mutual respect. Protecting the health of our dogs is a shared responsibility that extends far beyond any individual event.
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Questions We Believe Also Deserve Consideration
The Board of the Danish Dobermann Club and the Organising Committee of the IDC World Show 2026 respectfully believe that the following questions deserve careful consideration:
- If the reported disease represents a serious international threat, should restrictions not also apply to breeding activities, puppy exports, dog imports, and international transport from the affected regions?
- Why has there not been earlier and broader communication from the relevant authorities to veterinary authorities and kennel clubs throughout Europe regarding the reported disease?
- If asymptomatic dogs may test positive, what scientific knowledge currently exists regarding transmission, incubation periods, and long-term risks?
- Should international and national canine events continue in countries where the disease has been reported until more scientific information becomes available?
- Why has the discussion focused almost exclusively on the IDC World Show while numerous other international events—including the European Dog Show (EDS), the FCI World Championship, the Balkan Shows, and many other international exhibitions and championships—continue to take place during the same period?
- Is it reasonable to attribute responsibility for the international spread of the disease to Denmark or to the organisers of the IDC World Show, despite the absence of a documented outbreak in Denmark?
These questions are not intended as criticism of any individual organisation or country but as part of a broader discussion on how international canine organisations can work together to minimise risks while ensuring transparency and consistency.
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Despite the many discussions currently taking place on social media, we sincerely hope to welcome exhibitors and visitors from around the world to Denmark this August.
The IDC World Show is more than a dog show. It is an opportunity for the international Dobermann community to come together in friendship, sportsmanship, and a shared passion for our breed.
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