I think I may have gotten mange from my foster kittens, what should it look like??
It doesn’t look like the discriptions necessarily. Its round red scaley spots that have flakey dry skin in the middle and then it turns into a scab in the middle. Some of the spots or about the size of a bic pen. I thought mange from cats would affect me in smaller bump like rash?
go to this website.. http://www.vetinfo4dogs.com/dsmange.html#Sarcoptic%20mange%20and%20people
The dog species of sarcoptic mange can TEMPORARILY infect humans. Usually the itchiness from this lasts about three weeks, or less. The mite can’t live in humans, so it dies. If the dog remains in the household and remains infected it can continue to give its owners new mites, though — so the itching can last longer because there is a constant new supply of mites. Cortisones are sometimes used to reduce the inflammation and itchiness. It is not necessary to kill the mites because the are going to die, anyway.
The human species of sarcoptic mange is contagious between people and is a problem in settings like nursing homes where it can spread pretty rapidly through the resident population in some cases. It is often referred to as scabies.
Can cats catch the mange? If so how can I make her better?
I noticed a few months ago that she had missing hair under her tail, but since she is an outside cat I thought nothing of it, maybe she got caught in something. Today I noticed she has lost hair inside her legs also.
I have 3 other cats and a dog, do I have to treat them all? She is pretty isolated from them.
Mange it NOT something to mess around with.
You absolutely must take her to the vet and get her checked.
http://www.marvistavet.com/html/body_notoedric_mange.html
Find out more about mange and treatment today.
Ivermectin for demodectic mange?
My dog was diagnosed with demodectic mange and was perscribed ivercide he was put at .2 for a week then .3 and the dose will keep getting higher until all the mange is gone, but the more i research its seems ivercide is a terrible thing but then i read other articles that say it has changed since then and i just dont know is it safe for me to give him this daily?
He is a 10 month old American Pitbull Terrier.
Oh – bully breeds and demodex!! Adolescence in the most common time for this to show up as they can have reduced immunity so often the best treatment is time (and a raw diet for optimum health)
The spot on treatment Advocate®/Advantage multi® is also listed for mites – ear, sarcoptic and demodectic.
My dog has demodectic (red) mange. Can someone tell me what this means, treatment wise and long term?
I would prefer to hear from first hand experiences, not internet reseach. I have read a lot in the last hour about it already.
If it is generalized mange (all over) it’s likely this will be a long struggle. All dogs (and people too) have some demodex mites living in their hair follicles. The fact that your dog is reacting to them indicates an immune system weakness. The mites will always be there, because they are normally there. Your dog will not stop reacting to them, but you can sooth his skin and get rid of some of the pain and itchiness, as well as the majority of the mites.
One commonly used treatment is Lyme dips. The dip is a bucket of foul-smelling solution that you would soak a rag in, and then squeeze it out over the dog. It’s like a gentle shower with this chemical concoction. It shouldn’t be painful, but it can take some time and patience. It’s important to get in-between the toes and in the armpits and leg pits, as these areas are particularly succeptible to demodex.
Then the doggy should be patted dry a bit (so he or she isn’t dripping all over) and then air dry.
It may take several weeks of this routine (a dip once a week), but the swelling and redness will go down, and the dog will become more comfortable.
Long-term, living in a clean environment, with regularly-laundered blankets to lay on or no blankets at all, will keep the mites away. When your dog comes inside, their feet should be wiped off, so there is less moisture between the toes. This should help keep the irritation down.
Anti-inflammatory drugs may be beneficial as well.
It’s also important to care for your dog’s general health, because of the immune weakness that the mange implies. Make sure to keep up to date on vaccinations, and use a tick and flea preventative.
I’m sure your vet can help you more, and help you decide on a treatment plan for your dog.
Best of luck to both of you!
My puppy has the sarcoptic mange?
He slept with me since I got him 10 days ago, I am itching , I know humans can pick up mange from dogs and it is called scabies. Is there a natural way to treat myself without using the potent scabies medicine from docotor?
My puppy has meds from the doctor so hopefully in 7 days I will se an improvement. As for myself well I have only been scratching for a couple of days, at first I thought it was mental , just thinking about mites in my skin… YUCK!!
Been there myself. I don’t know anything that will work except somthing that kills bugs. I had it so bad at my house that I had to spray everything with a bug killer. It was terrible.
I have heard that putting something like Vaseline on the skin will suffocate them but I don’t know.
Dog Health Care Article: What To Do If Your Dog Has Skin Problems
Under all that copious fur there is skin. Skin that is susceptible to a myriad of diseases and afflictions just as we humans are. The difference being that in humans we can readily see a health problem. In a dog, skin health problems are not readily apparent until the dog gives us an indication. Usually, the indications are excessive licking and scratching. In general we humans tend to take our skin for granted. If we go out into the sun, we use sun screen. If we have dry skin, we use a lotion. And occasionally we notice irregularities and then we go to the doctor. We’re pretty complacent and tend to think of skin as the wrap that molds our body. With dogs, the skin goes beyond being a mold. It is an organ in itself. This organ regulates the heat in a dogs body and works in conjunction with the foot pads which allow the dog to perspire.
As with humans the skin communicates sensations such as pain, heat, cold, touch, etc. to the brain. An animals skin also processes vitamin D just as we do. When we take our pet to the veterinarian, one of the usual examinations done is one of the skin. When the veterinarian back brushes the fur he/she is not only looking for parasites such as fleas and mites, but they are also looking at the skin. Dry skin and fur can indicate illness. Yellow skin can indicate jaundice and blue skin can indicate heart problems. Rashes can mean allergies.
Dogs can have seasonal and environmental allergies as well as food allergies. Food allergies may not always be associated with new foods but can also come from foods they have eaten for years and have become sensitive to due to many reasons. So called “hot-spots”, for example may be a result of a dog no longer being able to digest a certain food. Your veterinarian will recommend ways to test your dogs diet and recommend a course of treatment. Many dogs such as spaniels have seasonal and environmental allergies which can manifest themselves not only with sneezing and watery eyes, but also with skin rashes.
Allergies to fleas and medicines can also cause skin rashes. There are now veterinarians who are specializing in animal allergies and dermatology. Should your veterinarian find it necessary a referral could be made for diagnosis and treatment.
There are also genetic skin disorders and glandular skin disorders. There are several diseases associated with ovarian and testicular problems. Diagnosis and treatment can be made by your veterinarian. Dogs are also susceptible to various types of skin fungus. They are highly contagious to humans and other animals. Mange is another skin disease that is contagious. Quick diagnosis and treatment is essential.
In addition to the previously mentioned skin problems, there are also seborreic (seborrhea) skin diseases, tumors, melanomas, infected sores, mites, etc., that can be diagnosed by your veterinarian.
The purpose of this article is to make owners aware that the care and regular examination of your dogs skin is essential. Before buying a dog, consult with the breeder and a veterinarian. Know the diseases which are specific to the breed you desire. Know your dogs body as you should know your own. Check for skin problems during regular grooming.
If you find an area of concern, consult your veterinarian immediately. Do not make a self diagnosis and start a course of treatment. Only a veterinarian can make a proper diagnosis and recommend oral and/or topical treatments. Delay in proper diagnosis and treatment can cause delay in recovery and possible spread of the ailment and unnecessary prolonged discomfort for your beloved pet.
Terrie Simpson
http://www.articlesbase.com/pets-articles/dog-health-care-article-what-to-do-if-your-dog-has-skin-problems-748783.html
Can mange get on cats?
Yes, it can. There are two types of mange caused by two different species of little creatures who love to live in an animal’s fur.
A vet can determine which species an animal has as they need to be treated differently. A vet can find out and precribe treatments to get rid of the mites.
An Simple Way To Describe Mange Is Like Humans Getting Scabies There Are A Large Amount Of Similarities.
Mange happens, much of the time, in dogs that aren't healthful and clean, but this isn't always the case. Mange is awfully transmissible, so if your healthy pet has been around another animal which has been troubled, there's a likelihood that he will be able to also contract the illness. It is crucial that you act straight away to stop it from spreading. There are numerous strings of the Mange Pathogen out there many of them can be really transmittable to Humans and other animals. If your dog is healthy, he is going to have a good immune mechanism which will help to defeat the bugs. Mange is due to minute mites that may consistently bite your dog. Till you know which version of Mange your dog has it's critical to keep him secluded from the remainder of the family.
An simple way to explain Mange is like Humans getting Scabies there are plenty of likenesses. Mange cause a genuine tension on the dog’s immunological response as it makes an attempt to attack and eject the mites. That immune system can be further stressed by infection caused by the dog’s repeated scratching and rolling around. Evidence of mange Knowing the symptoms is critical because even the vet will have problems definitely identifying mange. The standard test is to take a skin ditching and putting it under the microscope. With this dip, I also used an oatmeal-based shampoo and an itch spray. You should mix four oz into one gallon of water and wet the dog’s hair and skin fully.
I can't tell you how splendidly this treatment worked. After just two treatments of the dip and oatmeal shampoo, Oreo was starting to look better. Mange is due to mites in your dog’s skin, so to treat mange effectively, you need to get shot of the mites. One cheap and efficient way to kill off mites is to spread an insubstantial layer of petroleum jelly on your dog’s fur. Since dog mange can speedily become quite heavy, for most satisfactory results, it is important to begin using homemade treatments as quickly as you notice the start of an issue. Use more than one application of petrol jelly if required.
It Has To Tackle The Fundamental Reason For Mange, Which Is The Tiny Parasitic Mange Mites.
So what exactly is mange, what type of mange can a feline contract, and what are the symptoms and the treatments? It can be mild to really lingering and it's always due to bugs. Though this skin affliction is way more commonplace in dogs, pussies can and do get the mange. With this skin condition your kitty will very probably develop skin incisions, itching, and in severe cases, the loss of big amounts of hair. The bugs that cause this condition are ear mites. Demodetic is the 3rd sort of mange, caused by the demodex mite. This kind of mange generally happens in young dogs in the areas round the face and eyes.
Demodetic mange is extremely treatable with Amitraz dip. Sadly only about twenty p.c. of the mites are on the surface of the skin meaning there's an eight out of ten possibility that the ditching will not show any mites. This is the treatment I utilized for my dog Oreo. Bald patches of skin with zit like bumps are also common with mange. Occasionally there'll be a yellowish crust round the bald spot especially on the ears. Treatment for mange The best treatment is prevention and that suggests using products like Frontline and Advantix which act as mite repellents.
Second , it must ease his inflamed skin. First it must tackle the essential reason for mange, which is the miniscule parasitic mange mites. And thirdly it additionally needs to raise his immunity mechanism so that he may help to fight off the mange mites himself. The best dog mange treatments must tackle all 3 of these if they're to have a chance of getting on top of the problem. He is counting on you to help him out and keep his symptoms in order.
