What are the symptoms of canine distemper?

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Sarah Johnson

Healthcare Technology Correspondent

What are the symptoms of canine distemper?
Canine distemper is a type of disease caused by canine distemper virus infection. It generally presents symptoms such as diarrhea and fever. The diarrhea is similar to rice soup and accompanied by a small amount of blood. If respiratory symptoms are the main symptoms, sneezing, runny nose, increased eye secretions, fever, etc. will usually occur.

Most dogs suffering from canine distemper will have a rise in body temperature, excessive keratinization and cracking of the soles of their feet, and some neurological symptoms in their eyes, ears and body, such as rhythmic Shaking, even epileptic convulsions. In addition, there is a decrease in mental status and a decrease in appetite.