Antibody response to canine distemper vaccine in African wild dogs

J Wildl Dis. 1992 Jul;28(3):443-4. doi: 10.7589/0090-3558-28.3.443.

Abstract

Antibody levels against canine distemper virus were measured by means of an immunofluorescent antibody test prior to, and after, administration of a modified-live virus booster vaccine to seven African wild dogs (Lycaon pictus). Positive seroconversion with no harmful side-effects was seen in all the animals.

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Animals, Zoo
  • Antibodies, Viral / biosynthesis*
  • Carnivora / immunology*
  • Distemper Virus, Canine / immunology*
  • Fluorescent Antibody Technique
  • Immunization, Secondary / veterinary
  • Viral Vaccines / immunology*

Substances

  • Antibodies, Viral
  • Viral Vaccines