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How likely is it for a vaccinated dog to still get distemper?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Boxer | Male | neutered | 3 years and 5 months old | 65 lbs

Can my dog get distemper if he is vaccinated

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 18th, 2018

If he is properly vaccinated against the distemper virus then the chance of him getting the disease is extremely low. The efficacy of the vaccine is about 99% so dogs that are properly vaccinated do not typically get the disease.

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    Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

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    In very rare cases a dog can get distemper even though he is vaccinated. This is especially true if the immune system did not properly react to the vaccination, ie did not make sufficient specific antibodies. However this is rare. Just make sure you keep your dog's vaccinations current.

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