Understanding the Canine Distemper Virus in Raccoons In recent years, wildlife professionals and homeowners across Ontario have noted a significant increase in wildlife diseases, particularly among raccoon populations. One such disease, canine distemper, has been frequently mistaken for rabies due to its severe and often fatal symptoms. This article aims to shed light on canine distemper, its impact on raccoons…
What Are Canine Distemper Symptoms?
As raccoons become more comfortable populating areas where humans reside, dog owners are faced with the risk of having their pets infected with the virus that causes canine distemper. Is your pet at risk and what can you do to prevent them from getting infected? Here is a look at what Canine Distemper is, the symptoms that accompany it, and…