Animal Department
Canine Distemper Virus (CDV) Release Form
Animal Department would like to advise its potential adopters/buyers that recently
we have seen multiple cases of Canine Distemper Virus both in our facility , post adoption as
well as reported cases at the other local shelters and vet hospitals. We have very high
sanitation standards and we make every attempt to prevent the spread of diseases
however, there is always a chance that the dogs were recently care for at any location could
have been exposed of infected by the disease and not currently showing signs.
Canine distemper is one of the most significant and highly contagious viral disease of
puppies and unvaccinated dogs. Canine distemper affects dogs at any age.
What canine distemper is in terms of symptoms may be confused with other
diseases due to its universal and wide range clinical manifestations. Common symptoms are
either gastrointestinal (such as vomiting, decrease in appetite, and diarrhea) or respiratory
in nature (clear to green nasal? Ocular discharge, difficulty in breathing). Transient fever or
dramatic and sporadic increase in body temperature is a tell-tale sign of the infection.
Behavioural changes includes lethargy, weakness and depression. Neurological signs may
also be seen such as muscles twitching especially near the mouth and legs. Seizures and
paralysis may occur in severe case. A more or less unique skin signs in dogs with canine
distemper is the hardening of footpads and nose pad most evident in older dogs.
If any of these symptoms are seen you should take your dog to a veterinarian
immediately.
I acknowledge that my dog has been vaccinated before bringing my new companion,
Female French Bulldog (Earl) home.
I assume all financial responsibilities for any further treatment required and will not
hold Lets Move Your Animal financially or otherwise responsible in any way.
I agree to keep my newly adopted dog separated from other dogs for at least 5 days.
Puppy should not be taken to any public areas around other dogs until after those given
days.
New Owners Signature
Date: 22:06:2023