The survival rate and length of infection depend on the strain of the virus and on the strength of the dog's immune system. Some cases resolve as quickly as 10 days. Other cases may exhibit neurological symptoms for weeks and even months afterward.
What is the last stage of distemper?
The terminal stage for Canine Distemper is usually 2-4 weeks after infection; however, it can last several months in older patients. If the nervous system is affected, most pets decease within days.
What are the chances of a dog surviving distemper?
The disease is often fatal with a mortality rate of 50% in adult dogs and 80% in puppies. Increased susceptibility to distemper in juveniles results in more wildlife cases in the spring and summer when babies are being born. However, there are cases year round. The mortality rate is close to 100% in mustelids.
Does distemper shorten a dog's life?
Unvaccinated puppies are most at risk of contracting distemper. While many dogs will only show mild symptoms or potentially no symptoms at all, if left untreated the virus can have lifelong consequences and even cause death.
How long until distemper is fatal?
Severe and often fatal neurologic signs, including seizures can develop around one month after the respiratory infection; this can also occur between one and three months after infection in those that did not show clinical signs.
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