Canine distemper can be disinfected with pet-specific disinfectants, such as DuPont Virco, Ditex, etc. These disinfectants can kill the canine distemper virus. At the same time, it also needs to be disinfected by ultraviolet disinfection lamp, and relevant people or animals need to be groomed in time when using it. In addition, because canine distemper is highly contagious, it is recommended that owners not feed new animals within six months to avoid infection.
1. Pet-specific disinfectants
The commonly used disinfectants for pets include DuPont Virco, Ditex, etc. These are the most commonly used disinfectants in pet shops and pet hospitals. They can kill specific pathogens. , such as canine distemper, parvovirus, coronavirus, fungal bacteria and other viruses are very effective. When using, mix water according to the proportion, and then use a spray bottle to spray and disinfect the floor at home, dog utensils, bedding, toys, etc. But also pay attention to the frequency of use, which can be done once or twice a week.
2. Ultraviolet light
Since the canine distemper virus spreads in a special way, mainly through the respiratory tract, in addition to using pet-specific disinfectant to spray the environment and surfaces of objects, Disinfection by ultraviolet light is also required. Since ultraviolet rays can also damage the skin and eyes of humans and animals while killing viruses and sterilization, when using ultraviolet lamps, you must comb the relevant people or animals in time and irradiate them according to the prescribed time, usually half an hour to an hour. Hour. In addition, since some ultraviolet lamps contain ozone, it is recommended to open windows for ventilation for more than 20 minutes after disinfection is completed to avoid ozone damage to the human body.
3. Precautions
When a dog is infected with canine distemper virus, the dog’s secretions will carry the virus, so the dog’s previous living environment will have a large amount of viruses. exist. It is recommended to disinfect for seven consecutive days first, open the windows for ventilation every day, and then disinfect once every seven to fourteen days. If you get a new dog, it is recommended to change the breeding location and return to this room after half a year.