Canine Distemper Virus
by Lorie Huston, DVM
Canine distemper is a disease that most commonly affects puppies and young dogs. It is caused by a virus that can spread easily through an unimmunized (unprotected) population. Fortunately, adult dogs often develop some degree of immunity with age and are less likely to develop the disease.
How Is Canine Distemper Spread?
Canine distemper is spread through respiratory
Canine distemper is a disease that most commonly affects puppies and young dogs. It is caused by a virus that can spread easily through an unimmunized (unprotected) population. Fortunately, adult dogs often develop some degree of immunity with age and are less likely to develop the disease.
How Is Canine Distemper Spread?
Canine distemper is spread through respiratory