canine distemper (Meaning)
canine distemper (n)
a viral disease of young dogs characterized by high fever and respiratory inflammation
Synonyms & Antonyms of canine distemper
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a viral disease of young dogs characterized by high fever and respiratory inflammation
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**Canine distemper** is a highly contagious and potentially fatal viral disease affecting dogs worldwide.
Puppies younger than four months and unvaccinated dogs are at the highest risk of contracting **canine distemper**.
The virus attacks multiple body systems in dogs, including the respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems.
Early symptoms of **canine distemper** may include fever, discharge from the eyes and nose, and a loss of appetite.