Abstract:
Canine distemper is a highly contagious disease with high morbidity and mortality. It
comes from contamination by the virus, which is a pantropic Morbillivirus,
characterized by its high lethality, with worldwide distribution, which can affect more
than 20 families of carnivores and non-carnivores. Contamination can occur directly
or indirectly, leading to harm to the nervous, respiratory and gastrointestinal systems.
The most characteristic signs are tremors, myoclonus, ocular and nasal discharge
and wheezing. To make a reliable diagnosis, a set of clinical signs, hematological
findings, serological and molecular methods compatible with the clinical signs is
necessary. The recommended treatment is support and application of hyperimmune
serum. The present study reports a case of distemper in a domestic canine, Chow
Chow, male, adult, treated at a Veterinary Clinic located in the city of Inhumas/Goiás.
