My puppy has distemper. Will he survive & how long will it last?

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Hello‚my pup has been diagnosed with distemper just now and he is just 4 months old. We are giving him his prescribed medicine. What are the chances of him surviving? And how long does distemper usually last? Thank you. Pet's info: Dog | Chow Chow | Male | unneutered | 4 months and 4 days old | 64 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

So sorry to hear this. I cannot really answer this questions as there are too many variables. Recovery can be anywhere from 1 to 4 months. If he has not shown any neurological symptoms as of this time, then he has a better chance at recovery. If neurological signs are seen, then there is less chance at survival. If you play the odds, most dogs do survive however, some will have life-long side effects (abnormally colored teeth, tremors, etc).

My puppy has distemper. Will he survive & how long will it last?

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