Canine distemper is a highly contagious disease
of carnivores caused by a paramyxovirus.
The virus is widespread and mortality in juveniles is higher
than in adults. The canine distemper virus is very resistant to cold and the
majority of distemper cases in domestic dogs are seen in the fall and winter.
In wild animals, since the juveniles are more susceptible to infection, the
majority of cases are seen in the spring and summer, but cases are observed
year round.
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