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What is distemper in dogs?

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Canine distemper is a contagious and serious disease caused by a virus that attacks the respiratory, gastrointestinal and nervous systems of puppies and dogs.


Can a dog 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.

What causes canine distemper?

Canine distemper is spread through direct contact or airborne exposure, rather like the common cold in humans. When an infected dog or wild animal coughs, sneezes, or barks, he releases aerosol droplets into the environment, infecting nearby animals and surfaces, like food and water bowls.

How Long Can dogs live with 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 stages of distemper?

What are the stages of distemper?Weepy eyes and nasal discharge.Coughing.Loss of appetite.Lethargy.Distemper in dogs: prevention, symptoms and more 1 min read

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