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Maqsoodan Shafi, Anas Jahangir, Ahmad Raza, Umair Ahmed, Huzaila Mudassar.

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Canine distemper (CD) is an acute viral disease of the genus Morbillivirus. It spreads across the world. Mostly canines are affected, but raccoons, tigers, lions, wolves, and foxes are also included. Canidae, Felidae, Ursidae, Viverridae, Hyaenidae, Mustelidae, and Procyonidae are members of the carnivore family that are infected by the virus. Measles virus is also a morbillivirus, but it affects human health. Different systems are affected by CDV. Transmission occurs through aerosols of bronchial or pulmonary secretion, body excretion (faeces, urine), and secretions (saliva). When the animal shows nervous signs, it's difficult for the animal to survive. Various tests and techniques are used to diagnose CD, such as enzyme-linked immune sorbent assays (ELISA), polymerase chain reaction (PCR), and real-time PCR (RT –PCR). Infection is not curable. Mostly supportive treatment is adaptive. A veterinarian should be well-informed about transmission, signs, and symptoms to assess the disease and its treatment. Vaccination, Good hygienic practices, and quarantine are used for its prevention and control.

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