feline distemper

noun

1. distemper ¹( def 1c ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of feline distemper¹

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

Though In-Sync’s cats had been vaccinated against feline distemper, there is no vaccination to protect cats from the canine version of the virus.

From Washington Times

“They can get hit by cars; attacked by dogs, other cats, coyotes or wildlife; contract fatal diseases, such as rabies, feline distemper, or feline immunodeficiency virus; get lost, stolen, or poisoned; or suffer during severe weather conditions.”

From Scientific American

Captive tigers are often routinely vaccinated for canine distemper, as well as the related feline distemper virus and other diseases.

From Scientific American