Relato de caso sobre cinomose canina: diagnóstico, tratamento e profilaxia.

Abstract

Canine distemper is a highly contagious viral disease caused by a virus from the Paramyxoviridae family, affecting mainly dogs and considered one of the most important infectious diseases in small animal practice. Transmission occurs through body secretions, affecting multiple systems such as respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems, potentially leading to severe clinical signs and death.

This study aims to report a clinical case of canine distemper, addressing aspects related to diagnosis, treatment, and prophylaxis, in addition to presenting the experience gained during the supervised internship in small animal practice. During the internship, several clinical and surgical cases were monitored, with emphasis on diseases such as distemper, parvovirus infection, and gastroenteritis, highlighting their importance in veterinary routine.

The diagnosis of distemper is based on the association of clinical signs, laboratory tests, and complementary exams. Treatment is mainly supportive, aiming to reduce clinical signs and improve the patient’s quality of life, since there is no fully effective specific antiviral therapy. Prophylaxis through proper vaccination is the main method of disease prevention.

It is concluded that canine distemper represents a major challenge in veterinary medicine, and early diagnosis, proper management, and owner awareness regarding vaccination are essential for disease control.