The cause of demodecosis in dogs is the bite of the endoparasitic mite Demodex canis, the short-haired dogs are particularly susceptible to the disease. This mite often lives in hair follicles and sweat glands of animals. Demodecosis in dogs is contagious, your pet can get sick after contact with an infected animal against a background of reduced immunity or the presence of lesions on the skin.
Symptoms of demodectosis in dogs are similar to those of other skin diseases - itching and baldness. To clarify the diagnosis, you must always contact a veterinarian. If the disease starts, it can lead to the death of your pet.
There are several main forms of demodecosis:
- localized (small focal lesions of the skin);
- generalized (large skin lesions, often complicated by bacterial infection);
- Pododemodecosis (defeat of the limbs).
How to treat demodicosis in dogs?
Treatment of demodectic is a complex of procedures, including mandatory adoption of immunodeficient drugs, antiparasitic therapy and the use of special shampoos for external treatment. Prescribe drugs should only be a veterinarian, self-designation of improper means can lead to deterioration of the animal's condition.
Prophylaxis of demodecosis in dogs is very important. To prevent infection, antiparasitic drugs are used: collars, sprays, shampoos. It is impossible to tolerate contact with a sick animal, a balanced diet and hygiene of the dog's keeping places will help to avoid the disease.
If the dog has had decodestosis in the generated form, it can not be used for further breeding, since the disease is transmitted genetically.