Canine distemper virus (CDV) is a highly contagious and lethal virus that primarily infects dogs and other mammals. The virus is spread by airborne droplets and direct contact, has a wide host range, and poses a serious threat to the health of dogs.

Symptoms of Canine Distemper Virus

Symptoms of canine distemper virus infection are varied and complex, and are usually divided into acute and chronic phases. Symptoms may involve multiple systems, including the respiratory system, digestive system, nervous system and skin.

Respiratory symptoms: coughing, sneezing, runny nose, nasal congestion, difficulty breathing.

Digestive system symptoms: vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite.

Neurological symptoms: spasms, convulsions, ataxia (unsteady gait), behavioral abnormalities such as anxiety, increased aggression.

Skin symptoms: skin lesions such as scleroderma, eye lesions such as conjunctivitis, corneal ulcers.

Prevention and treatment of canine distemper virus

Prevention and control of canine distemper virus infection mainly rely on preventive inoculation and good feeding management.

Vaccination: Vaccination of dogs against canine distemper virus is the most effective measure to prevent the disease. Usually, basic immunization is carried out when the dogs are young and booster shots are given on time.

Feeding management: Keep the living environment of the dogs clean and hygienic, and minimize the contact between the dogs and sick or suspected sick dogs. Provide a nutritionally balanced diet to enhance the immunity of the dogs.

Isolation and treatment: Isolate dogs with confirmed infection to prevent the spread of the virus. Adopt supportive therapy, including fluid infusion, nutritional support and symptomatic treatment, such as antibiotics to prevent secondary infection.

Significance of antibody testing

Detection of canine distemper virus antibody is of great significance, mainly in the following aspects:

Evaluation of immunity status: By detecting the presence of antibodies against canine distemper virus in dogs, we can evaluate their immunity status against the virus and determine whether vaccination or booster shots are needed.

Diagnostic assistance: For dogs suspected of being infected with canine distemper virus, the detection of antibody levels in their bodies can assist in confirming the diagnosis and guiding treatment.

Epidemiologic surveillance: In places where dogs are concentrated, such as kennels, kennels and animal hospitals, regular detection of distemper virus antibodies can help identify potential risks of infection and take early preventive and control measures.

Evaluation of vaccine effect: Antibody testing can be used to evaluate the effect of vaccination and to ensure that dogs receive adequate immune protection.

Canine Distemper Virus Antibody Rapid Test

Antigenne has developed a canine distemper test , which provides assistance to the user for rational breeding management and regular antibody testing of dogs, which can effectively prevent and control the spread of canine distemper virus and provide better health protection for dogs.