A "distemper vaccine" is a medicine given to animals, such as dogs and cats, to protect them from a contagious and dangerous disease called distemper. The vaccine helps to prevent the illness and keep the animal healthy. Full definition
In the 1930s, we developed the first canine distemper vaccine. (okcpetsmagazine.com)
It is commonly referred to as the feline distemper vaccine. (leesburgvetblog.com)
Some strains of distemper vaccine provide nearly lifelong immunity after the initial series and one - year booster while other strains provide a shorter duration of immunity. (vetinfo.com)