Distemper Virus Test for Dogs

About this test

Common Signs of CDV Infection

Dogs with canine distemper may experience:

• Fever

• Nasal discharge

• Coughing

• Difficulty breathing

• Vomiting

• Diarrhoea

• Muscle twitching

• Seizures

• Other neurological signs

• Thickened paw pads

Who May Benefit from This Test?

This test may be suitable for dogs that:

• Show fever, coughing, nasal discharge or eye discharge

• Have vomiting, diarrhoea or low energy

• Have been exposed to infected dogs or shared environments

• Live in shelters, kennels, breeding environments or multi dog households

• Are puppies, unvaccinated dogs or have unknown vaccination status

• Need a rapid first screen when canine distemper is suspected

Simple Home Testing

The test can be performed using an eye or nose secretion sample, according to the included instructions.

The sample is mixed with the provided buffer and applied to the test cassette. Results are available in approximately 10 minutes and can be read directly from the test cassette.

What Is Included in the Kit?

• 1 CDV antigen test cassette

• 1 Sample collection swab

• 1 Buffer solution

• Step by step instructions

Biomarkers included

• Canine Distemper Virus (CDV) Antigen: Canine Distemper Virus (CDV) antigen refers to viral components from CDV that can be detected in a dog’s sample. CDV is a contagious virus that can affect the respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract, immune system and nervous system. A positive antigen result can indicate active infection or viral shedding and may be linked to fever, nasal or eye discharge, coughing, vomiting, diarrhoea, tiredne

Frequently asked questions

Why is canine distemper important to detect quickly?

CDV can affect several body systems and may become serious, especially in puppies, unvaccinated dogs or dogs with weaker immune defence.

Can distemper cause both respiratory and digestive symptoms?

Yes. Canine distemper may cause coughing, nasal discharge and breathing signs, but also vomiting, diarrhoea, appetite loss and low energy.

When is this test useful for dogs?

This test may be useful when a dog has respiratory symptoms, digestive symptoms, neurological signs or possible exposure to infected dogs.

Customer reviews

4.7/5 (3)

• 5/5 — Fast delivery and very easy to use during a stressful time.
• 5/5 — Fast results and simple process.
• 4/5 — Instructions were clear enough but the swab took a bit of patience with my puppy. Glad I could get a result at home before heading to the vet.