Treatment methods for canine distemper in Shih Tzu dogs:

1. Antiviral treatment, you can inject monoclonal antibodies, serum, immune globulin and other drugs, but they are all suspected of having side effects. Nowadays, drugs that have certain effects without obvious side effects are traditional Chinese medicines, Chinese patent medicines, and some drugs that improve immunity through various methods, such as isatis root, honeysuckle, forsythia and other traditional Chinese medicines. Studies have shown that some of these ingredients can slightly improve immunity. To inhibit the activity of canine distemper virus, some pet doctors will also use Chinese patent medicines for treatment.

2. Symptomatic treatment, treatment based on corresponding symptoms. Use antibiotics to treat the corresponding secondary bacterial infections. If there are parasites, use the corresponding anthelmintics to deworm them.

3. Supportive treatment. Supportive treatment can be understood as ensuring adequate nutrition, adequate rest and a certain amount of exercise for the sick dog. During canine distemper, if the dog has an appetite, the owner should try to ensure adequate nutrition. The food given should be wet food that is easy to digest and rich in nutrients. If your dog is unable to eat on his own, take him to the hospital for infusion.

Methods to prevent canine distemper:

1. The best method to prevent canine distemper is regular vaccination.

2. After your dog recovers from canine distemper, you must take your dog for vaccination and confirm that antibodies have been produced in your dog's body before you can take your dog out to play.

3. Improve the dog’s own immunity to help resist virus invasion.