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A distemper shot prevents your cat from getting a virus that could kill them. Feline distemper causes respiratory infection, gastrointestinal infection, and can affect the central nervous system. The shot keeps them protected from the virus which spreads easily.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 11y agoit's just a vaccine to protect them from contracting the distemper virus. It doesn't control their temper or anything. Some dogs, though, may experience side affects like slightly aggressive behavior but only for a short while after the shot is administered.
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∙ 16y agoA distemper shot is a shot given to puppies to prevent them from getting distemper, which can be fatal. It is then given annually as a booster shot.
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∙ 15y agoCheck out this website for a pretty good explanation... http://www.atlantahumane.org/education/smarthearts/sh.catsshots.htm
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Does a distemper shot calm cats down?
Definitely not,hope i helped.
Can cats get distemper from dogs?
Dog cannot get distemper from cats. The viruses that cause dog and cat distemper are different from each other so cannot be passed between cats and dogs. There are wild animals such as raccoons that can get both canine and feline distemper and pass it to unvaccinated pets if attacked.
Can dogs recover from the neurological distemper?
My dog recover when she gets the neurological fase, i think yes
Is it normal for puppies to have mild diarrhea after distemper shot?
Possible Side Effects to the Canine Distemper Vaccine • Lethargy - After receiving its vaccination, a dog may want to just lie around and sleep, avoiding its typical activities. • Slight fever - Some dogs react to vaccinations with a slightly elevated temperature. • Swelling at the injection site - Dogs occasionally get a lump at the injection site that absorbs into their system within a day or two. • Loss of appetite - Loss of appetite is another minor side effect to the distemper vaccine. While the majority of reactions to the distemper vaccine are minor, should the dog react with swelling of the face, diarrhea or vomiting, or become unresponsive, contact your veterinarian immediately.
What is the DA2PP shot for?
Distemper, adenovirus type 2 (which also covers hepatitis), parainfluenza, and parvovirus. It is very similar to DHPP but is not identical.
Is a distemper shot the same as a rabies shot for cats?
Rabies is a completely different disease from Distemper. Please read the related source links below for more details.
How do you use distermper in a sentence?
Each year, dogs have to get a shot to keep them from getting canine distemper.
Is the booster shot the same as the distemper shot for dogs?
a booster is just an informal name used to refer to the shot that was initially given to your dog a year prior. It can be a distemper or rabies shot or another shot. booster is just your dog needing to be re-vaccinated since most vaccines only last for one year
Can goats get distemper?
I have not heard of goats getting distemper. Avian distemper is Newcastle disease. Dogs get canine distemper which can kill them. Equine distemper is strangles Feline distemper is feline panleukopaenia.
Is distemper a virus in dogs and cats?
Yes, distemper is a virus. If the animal is vaccinated, it will not contract distemper.
What is human distemper?
Canine distemper can infect humans. When it infects humans it is known as Paget's disease. It increases the production of osteoclasts. Distemper in dogs will not produce distemper in humans, it is a different disease in humans.
Can dogs give distemper to cats?
No; feline distemper is a completely different virus from canine distemper. Although some larger species from the cat family (e.g. lions) can be infected by canine distemper virus.
Each of the dog ......... had shots for distemper?
Which "dogs" are you referring to?
Do all dogs die from distemper?
No, but death is possible.
What is in the 7 way shot FOR DOGS?
The seven way shot is a vaccine for Parvo, Distemper, Parainfluenza, Hepatitis, and Leptospirosis. You can buy the package and do it yourself at home the pack comes with the dose and the syringe or you can take your dog to a vet and have the veterinarian do it there.
How do you use the word distemper in a sentence?
Distemper is a serious viral illness that affects dogs and cats. In horses, distemper is a contagious respiratory infection caused by a bacteria. Veterinarians recommend the routine inoculation of pets against distemper.
What is A highly contagious viral disease in dogs?
canine distemper
