Can dogs survive distemper? If infected with distemper, one in two dogs will die, the American Veterinary Medical Association reports. If a dog does survive distemper, they will "have permanent, ...

Technical Terms Morbillivirus: A genus of viruses in the family Paramyxoviridae, which includes pathogens such as measles and canine distemper virus.

The charity is in need of support after dealing with the financial and emotional burden of dealing with the two diseases.

FACEBOOK At least 50 dogs have died and dozens more were affected by an outbreak of distemper in the Moose Lake, Manitoba area. Locals say it's the largest disease outbreak they've had among dogs.

Here’s how to keep your pet safe Canine distemper virus has plagued Toronto’s raccoon and skunk populations for years, contributing to an influx of carcasses on city streets.

Dog owners are being urged to check their pets for signs of canine distemper after four dogs have been infected with the viral disease in Moose Jaw during the last 12 months.

Additional puppies in the litter also began to show symptoms of distemper, and an autopsy on the first puppy confirmed the diagnosis. Even dogs showing only mild symptoms of distemper can spread ...

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LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - The Animal Foundation humanely euthanized a dog suffering from Canine distemper at the shelter, a spokesperson said. On Thursday, the shelter announced the diagnosis of ...

All dogs are at risk of distemper, but unvaccinated dogs and puppies under four months old are most susceptible, according to the American Kennel Club. Cats are also susceptible to distemper but " are ...

All eight of them, along with another four dogs, sadly passed away at the end of June. "Distemper is airborne so they can inhale it," says Beverly Reid, BARCS general manager and veterinary care lead.