Canine Core Vaccines: Distemper Flashcards

1
Q

What is Distemper?

A

Highly contagious viral disease with high mortality rate

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What animals does Distemper effect?

A

dogs and wildlife

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3
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How is Distemper transmitted? (2)

A
  1. airborne

2. through mucous membranes

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4
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How is the Distemper virus shed? (2)

A
  1. urine

2. feces

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5
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What is Distemper also known as?

A

“Hard pad” disease

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What are the symptoms of Distemper? (4)

A
  1. nasal/ocular discharge
  2. fever
  3. vomiting/diarrhea
  4. seizures/paralysis
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