Can a dog with distemper (canine distemper) be saved?

A dog with distemper can be cured if treated promptly, so at suspected signs consult a vet or hospital quickly. Canine distemper virus symptoms divide into early, middle and late stages. Early signs include runny nose, increased eye discharge and thickened paw pads – hard to recognize. Mid-to-late signs are vomiting, diarrhea and convulsions; by then the cure rate is low.