PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Portsmouth Humane Society is temporarily closing their dog adoption shelter for a minimum of two weeks starting from Friday, Oct. 27, due to a potential virus spreading.

A dog tested positive for parvovirus after being brought in as a stray. Currently, no other dogs are affected, according to the shelter. A virus among the cat population also has spread, affecting around 30 cats/kittens that are now quarantined. However, many cats are unaffected, and the cat adoptions remain open.

Here are some suggestions from the shelter in the meantime:

  • Avoid surrendering pets to the shelter during this time. Reach out the shelter to find alternative options.
  • If you find a stray, hold onto it, and utilize social media to find it a home.
  • Donate. Their Amazon Wish List show some of the items the shelter needs.
  • Send the shelter’s team words of encouragement during this time.

The Portsmouth Humane Society said the dogs will remain under quarantine until at least Nov. 14.

Continue to check WAVY.com for updates.