Effective Canine Distemper Treatment Duration Explained

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Section 1: Symptoms of Canine Distemper

Canine distemper is a highly contagious and often fatal infectious disease caused by the canine distemper virus. The initial signs may include a fever that fluctuates between high and low, mimicking the common cold. As the illness progresses, it can lead to bronchitis, pneumonia, and gastroenteritis. In the later stages, neurological symptoms such as seizures and spasms may appear. Additionally, localized areas, such as the nose and paw pads, may exhibit hyperkeratosis, a thickening of the skin due to excessive keratin production.

Section 2: Origin and Transmission of Canine Distemper

Canine distemper can occur yearround, but it is more prevalent during the winter and spring months. The disease exhibits a cyclical pattern, with outbreaks occurring approximately every three years. Dogs of all ages, genders, and breeds are susceptible, but puppies are particularly vulnerable. Purebred dogs, such as German Shepherds or police dogs, may have a higher susceptibility and more severe symptoms, leading to a higher mortality rate compared to mixed breeds. The primary sources of transmission are nasal and ocular discharges, as well as feces. It has been documented that dogs infected with the canine distemper virus can continue to shed the virus for up to 6090 days after recovery, including through urine. This makes the feces of recovered dogs a potential source of transmission. Other modes of transmission include direct contact between healthy and infected dogs, and airborne transmission via respiratory droplets.

Section 3: Treatment Timeline for Canine Distemper

The key to treating canine distemper is early detection and prompt treatment. Most dogs that recover from the disease are those that are diagnosed and treated early in the illness. Dogs that are treated in the later stages of the disease have a harder time recovering, and even if they do, they may suffer from lifelong consequences.

For more information on canine distemper, you can read about the early symptoms in the article "What Are the Early Symptoms of Canine Distemper?"

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