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What is a canine distemper virus?
Canine distemper virus is a viral disease affecting many types of animals.
Who discovered canine distemper virus?
Canine distemper virus was discovered by Dr. A.D. Lestrade in 1905.
Can dogs give distemper to cats?
No; feline distemper is a completely different virus from canine distemper. Although some larger species from the cat family (e.g. lions) can be infected by canine distemper virus.
Can humans be affected by canine distemper?
Yes, humans cannot be affected by canine distemper. Canine distemper is a virus that primarily affects dogs and other animals in the canine family. It does not pose a risk to humans.
Treatment for human distemper?
There is no such thing as a Human Distemper Virus. The Canine Distemper Virus is only transferable from dog to dog. It is, however, similar to the human virus the Measles. The only way the Canine Distemper Virus would ever transfer to humans is if the virus would be given "new instructions", and mutate. Antibiotics do not work on virus' so there is no cure to CDV, only prevention (by vaccination).
Can cats get distemper from dogs?
No, cats cannot get distemper from dogs. Canine distemper virus specifically infects dogs and other members of the Canidae family, and does not affect cats. Cats are at risk for other diseases such as feline distemper (panleukopenia) or feline leukemia virus, but not distemper from dogs.
Are humans the only reservoir for chickenpox virus?
Yes. As with many different diseases it is species specific. That means that it will affect humans. We do not get canine distemper which infects dogs.
What medication to use for distemper in cats?
Distemper is caused by a virus, and antibiotics areineffective to treat the distemper however, they are given for the bacterial infections thatinevitably occur with CVD (canine distemper virus). The antibiotics used are usually penicillin based.
What is distemper in humans?
Canine distemper can infect humans. When it infects humans it is known as Paget's disease. It increases the production of osteoclasts. Distemper in dogs will not produce distemper in humans, it is a different disease in humans.
do muskrats get distemper?
Muskrats can be susceptible to various diseases, including canine distemper, although it is more common in canids like dogs and raccoons. Distemper can affect a range of animals, and while it's not a primary concern for muskrats, they may encounter the virus if they come into contact with infected animals. Overall, the incidence of distemper in muskrats is not well-documented compared to other species.
Is distemper a virus in dogs and cats?
Yes, distemper is a virus. If the animal is vaccinated, it will not contract distemper.
What vaccines does the abbreviations DA2PPvL stand for?
Canine Distemper-Adenovirus Type 2-Parainfluenza-Parvovirus Vaccine, Modified Live Virus-Leptospira Bacterin
