How amdoparvovirus was discovered – the story of Miloš Simeunović’s perseverance

From a “cry for help” to scientific recognition – how one man, despite immense pressure, helped uncover a new virus

Based on available information and discussions on social media, Miloš Simeunović has emerged as one of the key figures in the discovery and documentation of amdoparvovirus in dogs in Serbia. He is not just a breeder and professional dog trainer, but a man who, through his persistence and determination, despite immense pressure, helped to have this disease finally scientifically confirmed.

🐾 The Beginning: Mysterious Illness and a “Cry for Help”

It all started when dogs in his kennel, as well as dogs that had passed through his hands, began showing mysterious and severe symptoms. Among them were eye inflammation, “blue eye,” neurological issues, weight loss, and liver damage, indicated by elevated liver enzymes.

This soon led to his public “cry for help” on social media, which resonated among Doberman enthusiasts but also sparked strong reactions. As Dobermann Club Serbia later confirmed: “Everyone read his cry for help.”

🛡️ On the “Pillory of Shame” and Under Attack

Instead of receiving support, Miloš faced disbelief, condemnation, and attempts to dismiss his warnings as an “alleged pandemic.” He was subjected to accusations and, it is mentioned, was even placed in a situation where he was threatened with a “pillory of shame.” His public advocacy met resistance, especially from those who doubted the existence of a new virus or tried to downplay the seriousness of the situation.

🇷🇺 First Cases – The Virus That Came from Russia

As the story developed, it became clear that this was not an isolated case. According to available information, the first infected dogs originated from Russia, from where they were imported into Serbia. The virus itself did not appear in Serbia – it was introduced.

The outbreak occurred in a Doberman breeding facility near Novi Sad, during March and April 2026. This is the first time in the world that this virus has been confirmed in domestic dogs in this manner.

It is important to emphasize – this is not the first time this virus has appeared in dogs, but it is the first time it has been scientifically and institutionally confirmed. As discussed in various forums, the virus had appeared earlier in Ukraine and Russia.

📅 Timeline – How It All Unfolded

🔬 From “Alleged Pandemic” to Scientific Recognition

Despite everything, Miloš did not give up. His persistence in seeking the truth eventually paid off. Miloš Simeunović is officially mentioned in the acknowledgments of the scientific paper “Natural Infection of Domestic Dogs with Raccoon Dog and Fox Amdoparvovirus Resulting in a Severe Disease Outbreak”, published on July 24, 2026 by the Scientific Veterinary Institute “Novi Sad”.

The paper states: “A severe disease affected several Dobermann dogs in a kennel in Serbia, near the city of Novi Sad”. The authors thank, among others, professional dog trainer Miloš Simeunović for his support during the research.

🐾 Conclusion

The story of Miloš Simeunović is a reminder of how important it is to trust those who first notice a problem, even when they face disbelief and condemnation. His persistence directly contributed to amdoparvovirus finally being identified and confirmed as a threat to dog health, enabling further steps in diagnosis and prevention.

This story teaches us that knowledge and truth do not come easily – they often require the courage to stand against the majority, to endure pressure, and to continue moving forward, even when it seems no one is listening.

Thank you, Miloš, for not giving up. Your effort has changed the way we understand this disease and helped save many dogs. 🐕🔬

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