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Is it true that distemper only occurs in young dogs?

April 26, 2017distemper occurs young

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Is it true that distemper only occurs in young dogs?

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No, although it is true that this age group is primarily effected. Dogs under a year old account for 80% of clinical cases and those under two years for 90%. Any dog or any age that is not vaccinated against distemper or has a weakened immunity is at risk of contracting this deadly disease.