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Treatment For Mange In Dogs

Mange is among the common illnesses that many dog owners are concerned about. People usually get tensed and do not know how to handle such situations. I present you this Presentation that speaks about Mange, a skin disease caused by tiny parasite mites on dogs. You can refer to this to know what Mange is all about, the types of Mange, the causes, the symptoms and a few easy ways to deal with it. Mange, if left untreated can be fatal. Therefore, timely knowledge and treatment about this disease is important. You can also add your views in the comments below. For more information about Mange, you can refer to the following links: http://www.vet-organics.com/types-of-mange-in-dogs/ http://pets.webmd.com/dogs/mange-dogs-canine-scabies

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Treatment For Mange In Dogs

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  1. How to Prevent Growth of Mange in Dogs John Reynolds

  2. Introduction • My name’s John Reynolds and having owned a dog which suffered from mange, I’ve seen the pain animals go through at such times. As an animal lover, and pet owner, I’ve been researching to find best treatments to cure his illness. • I am sharing this PPT so others can learn about causes of mange and treat their dogs as well.

  3. Types of Mange • Mange is an inflammatory skin disease caused by tiny parasite mites on dogs. • There are two types of Mange: 1. Sarcoptic Mange 2. Demodectic Mange • Both have separate causes and symptoms.

  4. Sarcoptic Mange • Sarcoptic Mange is a contagious disease caused by the scabies mite. • These mites burrow under the skin and cause intense itching.

  5. Testing For Sarcoptic Mange • Rub the dog’s ear between your fingers and keep your eye on dog’s hindquarters. • If you see your dog reaching out his hind legs to scratch his ears, you can suspect that he may be suffering from Sarcoptic Mange.

  6. Demodectic Mange • Demodectic Mange mites live in the hair follicles of your dog. • Demodectic Mange also has three types: • Localized Mange • Generalized Mange • Demodectic Pododermatitis

  7. Testing For Demodectic Mange • A diagnosis of demodex in an adult warrants testing for hypothyroidism, heartworm disease, cancer, or immune deficiency.

  8. Symptoms of Mange • Intense Itching • Hair Loss • Bald Spots • Swollen feet • Patches of red irritated bumps on you or family members.

  9. Untreated Mange can Cause.. • Untreated Sarcoptic Mite infestations can lead to death. • Untreated Demodectic Mange can lead to secondary bacterial infections of the skin.

  10. Treatment for Mange in Dogs • You will need to consult a vet for treating a dog suffering from mange. • Your vet can spot mange infections by spotting mange mites with microscope. • Sarcoptic mange is treated with insecticidal shampoos and sprays.

  11. List of Medicines • Mitaban Dip • EcoMange for Dogs • PetsBestRx Sulfinex Cream • Happy Jack Mange Medicine

  12. Summary • Mange is a skin disease caused by tiny parasite mites. • Utmost care should be taken of your dog while dealing with his mange. Persistent treatment will allow you to speed his recovery and get relief from this aggravating condition.

  13. Sources • http://pets.webmd.com/dogs/mange-dogs-canine-scabies • http://www.wikihow.com/Identify-Mange-on-Dogs • http://www.vet-organics.com/types-of-mange-in-dogs/ • http://www.petmd.com/dog/conditions/skin/c_dg_sarcoptic_mange • http://healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2012/10/15/mange-in-dogs.aspx • http://www.animalbliss.com/how-to-treat-hot-spots-on-dogs/

  14. Sources • http://www.petmd.com/dog/general-health/evr_dg_demodectic_mange_in_dogs • http://www.petwave.com/Dogs/Health/Demodectic-Mange/Diagnosis.aspx • http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?c=2+2101&aid=729 • http://www.petmd.com/dog/conditions/skin/c_multi_Demodicosis • http://pets.thenest.com/dogs-mange-4540.html

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