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-Demodex - DEMODEX Article submitted by Lynn Travers of Thundermug Kennels Demodex - Canine Demodicosis, Demodectic Mange External Signs - Alopecia ( hair loss) which can begin insidiously around the eyes, cheek area and atop the head.  Redness on the inside of the fore-legs with rash.  Redness between the toes.  Pimples; usually first noticed on the chin and flews.  Pustules (like acne) on the chin area and between the toes. Mites are part of the normal skin make-up.  They live in small numbers in hair follicles and sebaceous glands.  The mites spend their entire life on the host and are transmitted to nursing puppies within 72 hours of their birth.  Canine Demodicosis is not contagious. Ordinarily, the mites cause no problems.  There are two type of Demodicosis; "Localized" and "Generalized".                Localized occurs in young dogs under one year of age, and usually is self limiting. Sometimes vaccinations, ear cropping or any sudden change in the environment can trigger an episode.  Bitches in heat may also show signs.                Generalized is a serious condition and is often complicated by secondary bacterial infections.  Adult dogs that develop this form of the disease almost always have an underlying Systemic Disease.  It is my opinion that Demodiciosis is strongly related to the immune system in the Neo. Deep skin scrapings will show large numbers of mites, eggs and larvae. Extra caution should be used when treating with chemical dips.  Treatment of choice is Amitraz.  For young pups a lime-sulpher dip 2% is much safer.  Anti-Bacterial shampoos and anti-biotics must be used aggressively.  Skin scrapings will be needed every three/four dips, and at least two negative results are needed to presume that therapy has been successful. Xenobiotic - a chemical substance that is foreign and usually harmful to living organisms - Amitraz is a dangerous product families with young children, nursing mothers and pregnant women should be extremely cautious.  It is preferable that the veterinarian do the dips.

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