Canine distemper is transmitted through body fluids, such as dog snot, tears, and saliva, all of which carry the virus. Dogs can be infected in three general ways, namely airborne, foodborne and medically transmitted. What are the stages of performance of dogs with canine distemper? How can owners avoid dog distemper? We’ll take you to find out.
First, the stage performance of canine distemper
Canine distemper The general symptoms of dogs are digestive tract disorders and respiratory tract inflammation, and later severe neurological symptoms are also accompanied. The incubation period of canine distemper virus is generally 3-21 days, with an average of 3-6 days. In the early stage of infection, there will be respiratory or gastrointestinal symptoms, and then there will be an asymptomatic period of 2-3 days. At this time, the owner often feels that the dog’s symptoms are better and relaxes. In fact, in the subsequent virus outbreak period, it is Test period for the dog’s body. What are the stage symptoms of canine distemper in dogs?
The initial symptoms are generally respiratory and digestive tract problems, such as runny nose, eye discharge, poor spirit and appetite, and mild symptoms. symptoms of vomiting and diarrhea. In the early stage, dogs can take Gannuoning Shuanghuanglian Tablets for respiratory symptoms, and at the same time, they can take Vickley Diarrhea Kang to relieve diarrhea and vomiting in dogs.
The symptoms in the mid-term are much more severe than in the initial stage. Secondary bacterial infection may occur, the body temperature will rise, and the eye and nose secretions will start to appear pus. , the conjunctiva is red and swollen, the vomiting and diarrhea have begun to be serious, and the owner who is not sure still chooses to send it to the hospital for treatment. For the owner who is sure enough to understand the knowledge principle and dosage of canine distemper virus, the owner can treat it at home or in combination with hospital injections, and the medication should be specific. Prescribe the right medicine according to the symptoms of the dog, do not blindly take medicine, and consult a veterinarian before taking medicine if necessary.
In the later stage, it is the dangerous period of canine distemper. Dogs may have neurological symptoms, such as general convulsions, circling, spasms, etc. Generally, dogs with neurological symptoms cannot be completely cured. After treatment, there will still be sequelae to a large extent.
Second, how to avoid canine distemper in dogs
1. Vaccination
The main purpose of vaccinating dogs is to ensure the health of dogs and to prevent and control the occurrence and prevalence of infectious diseases. Of course, vaccinating dogs can not only ensure the health of the dog, but also protect the health of the owner and the dog in the process of getting along.
2. Avoid the source of infection
We know that canine distemper can be spread through air, food, and medical treatment, so the owner must take corresponding preventive measures. In terms of air, it is really difficult for the owner to prevent, but the owner should avoid taking the dog to the place where the dogs are relatively gathered, and avoid the dog coming into contact with the excrement of other dogs. When it comes to food, don’t let your dog eat what’s in the bowl of another dog. When the owner goes to a pet hospital or a pet store and other places where pets are relatively concentrated, the owner should do the corresponding disinfection work when returning home.
