R.D. Hawkins
Demodex mites are tiny cigar shaped insects that are difficult, if not impossible, to see with the naked eye. They normally peacefully coexist with dogs inhabiting hair follicles without being noticed. Problems begin when the Demodex population starts to multiply at a faster than normal rate resulting in a condition known as demodicosis, or demodectic mange. Demodicosis, which is not contagious, may be localized making its presence known in only one ear, or be generalized spreading over the entire body of the dog. The good news is that the localized variety is much more common, the bad news is no mange outbreak is a good thing. Dogs with demodicosis usually have patchy hair loss and scaly red skin, especially around the face, eyes, corners of the mouth, and on the front legs. If mange affects the entire body, the signs and symptoms are generally much more severe, with the skin becoming darker and thicker as a result of chronic inflammation. To confirm that mange is indeed the culprit causing your dogs skin problem your veterinarian will likely take skin scrapings for microscopic examination and/or perform a biopsy or two. Demodicosis mange in dogs is most often seen in canines younger than one year, with adults dogs less likely to fall prey to the exploding Demodex mite population which is mange. Generalized demodicosis in puppies is probably hereditary, so it just makes sense to have young dogs with mange spayed or neutered so that they don’t pass on this not so favorable trait. Surprisingly some cases of localized mange disappear on their own but generally your pet will need help to eliminate these stubborn tiny insects. Dogs with the more severe generalized variety must be dipped once or twice a week in miticide (a pesticide like mite killing solution) or shampooed regularly with either a natural mite killing solution or a chemically infused shampoo containing benzoyl peroxide. For these mite killing remedies to work effectively dogs with long heavy coats may need a be clipped or trimmed, but be careful. It is important to remember you are dealing with mites and while not contagious they can be spread through direct contact and being creatures of opportunity they are can easily find their way into clothing, sheets, and towels. Mange infestations open the door for the possibility of bacterial skin infection which can turn into a serious problem if left untreated. Antibiotics may be prescribed by your pets veterinarian as a precaution against this. In the end manage in dogs is a condition which can run the gamut from serious to mild, and localized to generalized. Older dogs typically have a much more difficult time getting over the condition for a number of reason not the least of which are diminished general skin health and reduced immune system function. That said, with early recognition and treatment mange will be nothing more than an unwanted visitor that comes and goes allowing your dog to return to their happy healthy self in a relatively short period of time.
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