Although both viral diseases can potentially become fatal, Parvo spreads a lot easier and is so much more challenging to get rid of—given its extraordinary resistance to common household disinfectants and the ability to survive for as long as a year outside its host.
Is distemper always fatal?
Distemper is often fatal, and dogs that survive usually have permanent, irreparable nervous system damage.
Does parvo have the highest mortality rate in dogs?
Canine Parvovirus (CPV), commonly referred to as Parvo, is highly contagious virus that affects dogs. It is a particularly deadly disease in young puppies with up to an 80% fatality rate.
What is the survival rate of puppies with distemper?
The disease is often fatal with a mortality rate of 50% in adult dogs and 80% in puppies.
Is distemper different from parvo?
Canine distemper is a contagious viral infection that attacks a dog's respiratory, gastrointestinal and neurological systems. The parvo virus mainly targets the gastrointestinal tract resulting in vomiting and bloody diarrhea. It also suppresses the patient's immune system and unfortunately, can even affect the heart.
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