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Mange mites

Basic Information about the mange mites

The mites that cause sarcoptic mange, also known as “scabies”, are microscopic. The mange mites affect dogs of all ages, during any time of year. Infestation with mange mites are highly contagious to other dogs and can be transmitted when there is direct contact with infested animals, bedding or instruments to your toilet.

Risks and Consequences

The mange mites penetrate the outer layer of the skin and cause intense itching. Clinical signs include generalized hair loss, skin rash and crusting. Secondary skin infections can develop after severe irritation. People exposed to close contact with affected dogs may develop a skin rash and should consult their physician. Read the rest of this entry »

Basic Information about Ear Mites

The ear mites are common in young cats and dogs, and usually limited to be located in the ears and surrounding area. Mites are tiny and individual can only be seen with a microscope. Your pet can become infected by ear mites when they have direct contact with infected pets or bed. Read the rest of this entry »

Basic Information about Ticks

As the host of the tick is the price that dogs and cats pay less commonly to explore around gardens, shrubs, bushes or wild flora. The life cycle of ticks has four phases: Phase immature ticks often feed on small wild animals that live in forests, grasslands, shrubs and bushes. Adult ticks seek larger guests, such as dogs and cats who venture into these environments. Exposure to ticks may be seasonal, depending on your geographic location. A heavy infestation can cause anemia in pets.

Risks and Consequences

Ticks are often located in the dog’s neck, ears, in the folds of skin between the legs and body and between the fingers of the extremities. Cats may have ticks on the neck or face. Tick ​​bites can cause skin irritation. Ticks are also capable of spreading serious infectious diseases to pets and people from which they feed. The risks of the disease vary according to geographic area and tick species. A severe infestation can cause anemia in pets. Read the rest of this entry »

Often during his life, domestic animals are disturbed by external parasites such as fleas, ticks and mites in the skin or ears. Bites or stings of these parasites can be extremely irritating to your pet and cause serious skin problems or even carry disease.

Although this brochure provides basic information about most common external parasites, your veterinarian is the professional most qualified to give advice on the health of your pet and to detect and remove external parasites. Modern advances in drug development makes the treatment, control and prevention of many external parasites in a more straightforward than in the past. Read the rest of this entry »