16 sled dogs have died from a contagious disease
Kuummiut, Sermersooq, Greenland
Apr 1, 2026
In Kuummiut, East Greenland, 16 sled dogs have died from a suspected parvovirus outbreak, and five additional dogs showing symptoms were euthanized. Authorities have begun vaccination and containment efforts and say they do not expect the disease to spread beyond Kuummiut.
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