What are the symptoms of canine distemper? Initially, infected dogs will develop watery to pus-like discharge from their eyes. They then develop fever, nasal discharge, coughing, lethargy, reduced appetite, and vomiting.
How do I know if my dog has distemper?
Signs and symptoms of canine distemper include:1Fever.2Nasal discharge.3Eye discharge.4Lethargy.5Sneezing.6Coughing.7Difficulty breathing.8Vomiting.Canine Distemper - Healthy Dogs - Pet WebMD
How quickly does distemper progress?
One to six weeks for the majority of cases with most showing signs within one to four weeks. When do dogs infected with distemper become contagious?
How long does the first stage of distemper last?
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.
How do you know you have distemper?
The main clinical signs are diarrhea, vomiting, thick yellow discharge from the eyes and nose, cough and, in severe cases, seizures and neurological signs. Dogs that recover from the disease are often left with persistent nervous muscular twitches and recurrent (repeated) seizures.
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