Definition:
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A contagious, and incurable multisystemic viral disease that affects the respiratory, gastrointestinal, and central nervous systems caused by the Canine Distemper Virus (CDV).
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Fever
Loss of appetite
Depression
Anorexia
Laboured breathing
Vomitting
Diarrhea
Nasal discharge
Symptoms worsen as time passes.
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Preventative vaccination recommended.
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CDV is shed from the infected animal through bodily fluids, especially respiratory secretions. Airborne inhalants are the primary cause of transmission.
Also Known As: CDV