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Is distemper in dogs permanent?

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There is no cure for canine distemper infection. Treatment typically consists of supportive care and efforts to prevent secondary infections; control vomiting, diarrhea and neurologic symptoms; and combat dehydration through administration of fluids.


Can a dog fully recover from distemper?

It is entirely possible to recover from Canine Distemper Disease. Recovery is usually dependent upon the strength of the dog's immune system and the strain of distemper they have contracted. It can take up to 2 months to fully recover.

Do dogs have distemper forever?

Long-term effects of distemper in dogs It is absolutely possible for dogs who survived distemper to lead a long, happy, comfortable life. Some dogs fully recover from the virus with few to no long-term effects or signs, while others display certain characteristics that will last throughout the rest of their lives.

Is distemper a lifetime?

Technically, if a dog has recovered from the distemper virus the resulting immunity should be lifelong and vaccination is unnecessary.

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.

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