Distemper vaccine is often given in combination with other vaccines. Sometimes it is a five-way vaccine including adenovirus cough and hepatitis, parainfluenza and parvovirus. In areas where there is a high risk, a seven-way vaccine may include protection from leptospirosis and coronavirus.
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Adenovirus Cough and Hepatitis
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Adenovirus Cough prevents hepatitis and respiratory disease and the vaccine is included with distemper.
Parainfluenza
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Parainfluenza vaccine is included in the five-way injection and is recommended for dogs who will stay in kennels, participate in shows or live in large colonies.
Parvovirus
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Parvovirus is very contagious, and the disease is often fatal even with treatment.
Leptospirosis
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Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease that is quite serious. Early treatment can prevent organ damage. This vaccine may be included in the seven-way vaccination.
Coronavirus
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Coronavirus is an infection of the upper respiratory and gastrointestinal systems. This is often included in the seven-way vaccination.
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