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infestations whether it is in people or their pets. This type of mite infestation in dogs is caused by the Sarcoptes scabiei canis mite. This highly contagious parasite is found on dogs worldwide and is often referred to simply as canine scabies. Although mites that cause mange are somewhat discriminating in selecting their host, humans and other animals that come into contact with an infected dog may also become infected. The Sarcoptes scabiei canis mite normally lives from 17 to 21 days with the entire time being spent on the infested dog. Females burrow tunnels in the skin to lay eggs. Under the right set of circumstances this type of mite can multiply incredibly fast and engulf sick, old, or immune challenged pets in record time. Mange is easily spread between animals by contact. Indirect spreading, such as through scabies infested bedding, is less common but certainly not unheard of. The incubation period is unpredictable ranging anywhere from 10 days to 8 weeks, depending on how severely the dog is infested, part of the body infected, number of mites transmitted, and the health and hygiene of the dog. Surprisingly not all dogs show signs. Usually though the animal will experience intense itching that comes about suddenly. The itching is probably caused by sensitivity to the mites’ droppings. Initially, infested skin will erupt with small solid bumps. A dogs natural reaction to itching is to scratch or bite itself oftentimes causing the surrounding skin to be damaged, ultimately producing thick crusted sores. As with all open wounds yeast or bacterial infections become a very real possibility if not addressed early on only adding to the dogs discomfort and health concerns. Usually the sores are first noticed on the abdomen, chest, ears, elbows, and legs. If the mange is not diagnosed and treated, the sores can spread over the entire body. Dogs with recurring scabies mite mange develop oily dandruff (seborrhea), severe thickening of the skin with wrinkling and crust build-up, and oozing, weeping sores. Dogs affected to this degree can become emaciated and may even die if treatment is not promptly implemented. Scabies Incognito (No, I didn't make this up!) Scabies incognito is a term used to describe cases of difficult to diagnose mange. This sometimes occurs in dogs who are well groomed, making the mites more difficult to find, even if the dog shows signs of infestation such as itching. The other typical signs of mange – crust and scales on the skin – are removed by the regular bathing these well cared for dogs regularly receive. Diagnosis If this type of mange is suspected it goes without saying that you should separate the sick dog from other pets and family members until a firm diagnosis is established. If mange is suspected your veterinarian will perform a physical examination, including skin scrapings and possibly a stool sample. Some veterinary clinics may also use a blood test to diagnose Sarcoptic mange. If mites are not found, but signs are highly suggestive, treatment is warranted anyway. As mentioned above this condition is highly contagious and while you may have already taken a number of steps to prevent its spread it couldn’t hurt to ask your veterinarian for some additional ideas and safeguards.
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