Distemper Combo Vaccine

Distemper is a viral infection. Feline distemper is known as panleukopenia, while dog distemper is referred to as canine or dog distemper only. This condition affects the infected animal’s nervous, respiratory, and digestive systems. Distemper is spread through coughs and sneezes. However, cats can also get it from the saliva, urine, or feces of an infected animal. 

Distemper sounds like the name of a condition that causes temperament issues in a pet. However, it's much more serious than that. In some cases, the consequences of distemper are permanent and can even be fatal. At Fairway Knolls Veterinary Hospital in Bloomington, IL, we strongly urge our families to act to prevent this infection. One way of doing this is through the distemper combo vaccine for dogs.

Dog getting a Canine Distemper Combo Vaccine.

Symptoms of Distemper 

Distemper may cause anemia, dehydration, depression, loss of appetite, fever, and vomiting. Early on, canine distemper may cause watery eyes. You might notice discharge in or around them. Nasal discharge, coughing, decreased appetite, vomiting, and fever are also possible. When it affects your pet's nervous system, it can cause your pet's legs to function improperly. 

Prevention and Treatment 

Even though the damage caused by distemper cannot be reversed, it is possible to manage the symptoms with the help of an emergency vet. We will also advise you on at-home pet care to manage the condition. You should opt for regular vaccinations to prevent the problem before it occurs in the first place. The distemper combo vaccine for dogs can prevent canine distemper, while the FVRCP vaccine is a combination inoculation that can prevent it in cats. 

Both vaccines are best administered as early in the pet’s life as possible. Both require boosters to continue protecting your pet against distemper as it grows older. This particular vaccination is considered a core vaccine for both dogs and cats. Keep in mind that even if your pet doesn't receive it at a young age, it will still provide your pet with protection later in life. 

Distemper is highly contagious. By vaccinating your pet against distemper, you are not only protecting your pet but also other pets in your community. Our veterinarian will assess your pet’s condition to determine whether or not they are suffering from distemper and provide treatment accordingly.

Contact Our Emergency Vet in Bloomington for Distemper Treatment 

If you are looking for reliable pet care services in Bloomington, contact Fairway Knolls Veterinary Hospital today. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call us today at (309) 663-1414.


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