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		<title>Things You Can Do To Help Your Pet Cat Recover From A Cold</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2010 16:51:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laura Moore</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[What can you do to help your kitten with a cold? It isn't much, but it is helpful if you know what to do. Take these steps encased herein.


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What can you do to help your kitten with a cold? It isn&#8217;t much, but it is helpful if you know what to do. Take these steps encased herein.</p>
<p>Keep your kitten away from the other pets and in a quiet warm place to recover. The inflammatory process is very specific &#8211; on the surfaces and shells organs. But in a quiet corner, she can recover.</p>
<p>If your kitty doesn&#8217;t have a fever, then you want to keep her nice a warm with a blanket and maybe a humidifier. And at the expense of symptoms, sometimes it seems that this is typical. They run, they feel good and then can suddenly be laid up without a moment to breath. If they are healthy enough, leave them be, but try to keep around in case she needs you.</p>
<p>Small meals are the best meals for a recovering kitten. Small meals allow her to digest more efficiently in cases where there is not enough water in her system. This is also important to take care of.</p>
<p>Your cat may also be having a hard time wanting to eat much right now. The outcome of the disease with timely and rational therapy favorable. Instead of not eating, offer food. Put vitamins in the water and try to maintain a steady temperature. Other things to investigate are time.</p>
<p>Routinely change the linens on the bedding that your cat is using. Instead of the other bedding, use the rest of the mainline turkey lauder. But really, take care of the kitten&#8217;s toys and auto-fillers. She can&#8217;t if you do not make room for all the things she needs.</p>
<p>If your kitty will put up with it, use a warm washcloth to clean around her eyes and nose. Just wipe away some of the things that seem to be getting in the way of feeling better.</p>
<p>As with any sickness, if things don&#8217;t seem to be getting better, then you may want to take your kitty to the doctor. This is so true if she has a fever as well as any severe symptoms.</p>
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		<title>Natural Dog Food Can Help Provide Relief For Dogs With Allergies.</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Sep 2010 08:20:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bert Malone</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Over time your dogs typically become close family members and we do need to keep an eye on their health and well-being for changes whether positive or negative, the dogs diet can be the basis or root of many health issues.


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Over time your dogs typically become close family members and we do need to keep an eye on their health and well-being for changes whether positive or negative, the dogs diet can be the basis or root of many health issues.</p>
<p>Your dogs diet can be the root of various ailments therefore a good balanced diet will help to promote inner health and well being and may assist in keeping any allergies under control.</p>
<p>Dog foods that are made of natural and organic ingredients help with our dogs health, usually these type of foods will be richer in vitamins and minerals which can only be a good thing in providing a more healthy option.</p>
<p>If your dog suffers a food allergy identifiying and eliminating the source will allow the dog to return to good health fairly quickly.</p>
<p>Vitamin supplements can compliment a diet and help keep the dogs skin in good condition.</p>
<p>Various other supplements that are beneficial incorporate beta-carotene which assists in eliminating toxins from the body.</p>
<p>If you have your dog on a diet that contains a lot of meat then by natural consumption toxins will be in its system, this must be managed as issues with heart and lung disease can become apparent over time.</p>
<p>All natural dog food diets will help in keeping the metabolic system in good order</p>
<p>Dogs with allergies that go untreated can have ailments that cause great irritation including hot spots if these get very bad self mutilation can occure as the dog strives for relief.</p>
<p>In order to stay away from allergies and disease one must try to feed our pets with natural balanced dog food and food allergies should not be a problem. Many home remedies are readily available, however try to be mindful and carry out the correct research as previously mentioned a poor diet can be the cause of many conditions.</p>
<p>Homemade foods are a great option to maximise the nutrients in your dogs diet as you are in total control of the ingredients and sources of these.</p>
<p>To ensure happy and <a href="http://www.healthypetsway.com/pethealth" style=""  rel="nofollow" onmouseover="self.status='Pet Health';return true;" onmouseout="self.status=''">healthy pets</a>, for dietary information please look at my new website <a href="http://www.dogswithallergies.org">Dogs With Allergies</a> where you will find information on <a href="http://dogswithallergies.org/category/wellness-dog-food/">Wellness Dog Food</a></p>


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		<title>How Do Animals Get Ear Mites</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 05 Sep 2010 15:14:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Wendell Ruben</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ear mites are a common annoyance of dogs, cats, and other small and furry animals. They are very small white tick-like insects that live and feed in the ear canal.


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ear mites are a common annoyance of dogs, cats, and other small and furry animals. They are very small white tick-like insects that live and feed in the ear canal.</p>
<p>Humans are rarely affected by these insects. If you have reason to believe that you have somehow contracted the infection however, you will want to visit your doctor to get it treated. Ear mites luckily do not burrow into the skin and so an infection of the ear canal is the only result.</p>
<p>Animals contract these mites through direct contact with another animal that already has the infection. This infection is very quickly spread so even brief contact can result in a transfer. Animals who live or go outdoors are the most likely to become infected. An untreated case of ear mites will lead to other skin infections, and eventual deafness.</p>
<p>The appearance of dark crumbly material in the ears is a good indication that your pet has become infected. If you look closely, you may even see the mites among the dirt. Other signs that your pets ears are infected includes scratching of the area, shaking of the head, sudden imbalances, and sores around the ears and sometimes the mouth.</p>
<p>It is important to remember that even if these symptoms are present, if your pet has not come in contact with another and lives in doors, then it is likely they have some other type of medical problem. Your vet will be able to help you decipher the cause of the problem. Be sure to tell the vet that mites are very unlikely so that they do not automatically jump to this conclusion and prescribe and unnecessary and ineffective treatment.</p>
<p>The infection is treated relatively simply. The vet can provide you with an anti-parasitic treatment that will kill the mites. The ears should be cleaned by removing any debris and then the treatment should be applied. There is also an oral and an injection treatment available.</p>
<p>The various treatment options vary in the amount of time that it takes to kill the infection. Over-the-counter topical treatments are of an older variety and take at least 21 days of application as they do no kill incubating eggs. Prescription topical treatments generally take only up to ten days and other options take only one treatment. As the infection and treatment can be quite uncomfortable it is recommended that a shorter treatment duration be used.</p>
<p>This infection can be quite uncomfortable for your pet and really requires medical attention. Early treatment will avoid further complications that can be quite serious and expensive to treat.</p>
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		<title>Questions And Answers About Mange And Your Canine</title>
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		<dc:creator>Wendell Ruben</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[You may think that mange is not an illness that can affect your furry family friend. We have this preconceived image of a mangy looking creature, all skin and bone, half -starved with a patchy looking coat of fur. While dogs and cats that suffer with this condition do often exhibit the typical signs of the illness, it can be diagnosed, treated and prevented with proper animal care.


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You may think that mange is not an illness that can affect your furry family friend. We have this preconceived image of a mangy looking creature, all skin and bone, half -starved with a patchy looking coat of fur. While dogs and cats that suffer with this condition do often exhibit the typical signs of the illness, it can be diagnosed, treated and prevented with proper animal care.</p>
<p>The Demodectic variety of this condition is probably the most common form. A miniscule mite, named Demodex canis is to blame for this condition that even healthy dogs can develop. Sometimes, when the mite population explodes, it can cause your pet a lot of discomfort. Most of the times, the demodectic condition appears as a single or a couple spots which will clear up on their own.</p>
<p>Those small spots tend to clear up without any treatment. However, when a dog develops bald, red, spots all over the body, this is a sign of a major infestation and would require intense treatment in order to get it under control. This often comes in the form of an insecticidal dip, sometimes applied as often as twice a week for up to eight weeks.</p>
<p>If your dog has scaly looking dry flaky skin around its neck and or back, chances are it has &#8220;walking dandruff&#8221;, the common name for Cheyletiella. This version of the condition is caused by a large red mite. Although it only causes minor itching, it is a major concern as it can spread very easily to other dogs.</p>
<p>So if the dog has been to the kennel recently and has now been diagnosed with this problem, you are advised to contact the kennel and let them know. Otherwise, this mite could spread to other dogs and infect them too. The kennel will likely spray their facilities to prevent the mite from finding a new furry friend to live with.</p>
<p>The third form is sarcoptic mange. This is essentially scabies, caused by a microscopic female mite who tunnel under the skin to lay their eggs. This causes incredibly uncomfortable itching, which makes a dog bite and dig at themselves ferociously. This variety of mange is contagious and can even spread to humans. So it is important to clean your pet, its bedding and to also treat any other pets in the household for scabies at the same time.</p>
<p>All forms are treatable and many are preventable with proper animal care. The best way to prevent any of these infestations is simple: provide your pet with good nutrition, control other parasites such as fleas and worms and keep up with vaccinations. For demodectic and cheyletiella mange, treatment involves an insecticide dip, sometimes several times depending on the severity of the infestation. However, with scabies, your veterinarian will likely use an internal treatment to kill off the mites while treating the itch with steroids and perhaps even a medicated bath.</p>
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		<title>Caring For Cats And Disciplining</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Sep 2010 12:23:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jeff Parke</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Are you a cat owner? If so, your cat may typically appear to be a calm, cool, and collected cat. After all, many cats are content with lounging around all day with just a few hours of play. Despite the fact that your cat may appear to be calm and mild mannered, there may come a point in time when you notice a change. It is not uncommon for pet owners to report occasional aggressiveness with their cats.


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you a cat owner? If so, your cat may typically appear to be a calm, cool, and collected cat. After all, many cats are content with lounging around all day with just a few hours of play. Despite the fact that your cat may appear to be calm and mild mannered, there may come a point in time when you notice a change. It is not uncommon for <a href="http://www.healthypetsway.com/pethealth" style=""  rel="nofollow" onmouseover="self.status='Pet Health';return true;" onmouseout="self.status=''">pet owners</a> to report occasional aggressiveness with their cats.</p>
<p>When a cat scratches or bites you with aggression it hurts. A likely reaction would be to yell or make gestures to express the way you feel about it. You might even go so far as to lock the cat in the basement the same way you would send a child to their room if they misbehave. But how effective is it punishing cats the same way you punish a child? Is it going to produce a positive result?The short answer is no.</p>
<p>So, what does work? I have two cats and at one point both would spray to mark their territory. My vet suggested I use a water pistol to make them stop. It&#8217;s the belief of many veterinary professionals that the cats would associate the water pistol with bad behavior and they wouldn&#8217;t do it anymore. Did it work? Briefly, but for the most part the cats just feared me and, as I said before, this is never the outcome we want. Plus they would just spray when I wasn&#8217;t around.</p>
<p>Despite the fact that deciphering your cats every move may seem like an impossible task, it really isn&#8217;t. Although your cat will have his or her own distinctive attitudes, you may be surprised just how similar cats occasionally react like humans. When upset or frustrated, your cat may retreat to their own special spot. When hungry, your cat may call out for food. When your cat is excited, you should be able to tell right away, as he or she will likely be more active than usual.</p>
<p>Figuring out what works when thinking about how to discipline cats will be by trial and error. There is no universal method of discipline but there is always something that will work for you and your cat.</p>
<p>Our pets rely on us to care for them and understanding them is key when caring for cats. Obtain tips and info on doing so at the <a href="http://caringforcatseasily.com/">caring for cats</a> webblog!</p>


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		<title>Believe Giving Your Pet Dog A BARF Diet Is Seen As A Hassle? Have A :ook At Frozen Raw Dog Food</title>
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		<dc:creator>Angelus Siracusa</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Should you decide to give your dog fresh meats, a wise decision is choosing frozen uncooked pet food. Always keeping uncooked meats frozen is actually the easiest method to keep it right until you are ready to offer it to your family dog. The BARF pet food (Bones and Raw Food) diet consists of various kinds of uncooked red meat as well as bones.


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Should you decide to give your dog fresh meats, a wise decision is choosing frozen uncooked pet food. Always keeping uncooked meats frozen is actually the easiest method to keep it right until you are ready to offer it to your family dog. The BARF pet food (Bones and Raw Food) diet consists of various kinds of uncooked red meat as well as bones.</p>
<p>In the wild, dogs hunt as well as capture their prey and eat the meat raw. They don&#8217;t go and cook it, add chemical additives, manufactured dyes and and then stick it inside a can. That is basically not really natural!</p>
<p>Doggy diet industry experts celebrate the benefits of furnishing your pet dog frozen food composed of a fresh meat diet. Ian Buffet, an alternative vet, encourages a frozen fresh pet food diet rather than a commercial dog food option: &#8220;I think you definitely are not able to obtain the same quality out of a bag of commercial doggie food as you can simply by doing it oneself; choosing your own ingredients, making it all by yourself and preparing it fresh.&#8221; &#8220;The major advantage of commercial dog food delivers is undoubtedly convenience.&#8221;</p>
<p>In order to paraphrase Dr. Buffet, buyers have a tendency to select industrial pet food over a uncooked meat and bones diet due to the reality it is widely readily available and somewhat economical. Consumers forget about the higher vet costs they may be incurring when selecting to supply their pet commercial pet foods. The added vet costs can instantly exceed the added expense of a frozen uncooked dog food diet.</p>
<p>Ian Buffet is skeptical any time the dog food industry says, &#8220;They have to do the processing, and they have to add chemical additives while the food has been sitting on the shop warehouse for months.&#8221; &#8220;There is definitely no way they can obtain the identical food quality to benefit your pet.&#8221;</p>
<p>Is Dr. Buffet correct? Can industrial dog or cat food genuinely be hazardous to our pet dogs and cause them to end up with medical conditions that used to always be confined exclusively to people?</p>
<p>If predisposed, try experimenting by providing your family dog a frozen fresh pet food diet. Try it out for a several months and see how your dog&#8217;s demeanor, visual appeal and total health changes.</p>
<p>Only then, and only then, will you understand if you have made the correct choice.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[The stuff you leave laying around your house could be lethal to the dogs that come around looking for a bite to eat. You might not realize it, but dogs will eat just about anything you leave lying around on the floor or outside. It might not make you think twice, but you need to be careful for the sake of your dog.


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The stuff you leave laying around your house could be lethal to the dogs that come around looking for a bite to eat. You might not realize it, but dogs will eat just about anything you leave lying around on the floor or outside. It might not make you think twice, but you need to be careful for the sake of your dog.</p>
<p>Though some people will share their candy and chocolates with their dogs to no harm, dark and baking chocolate are actually really deadly to some dogs.</p>
<p>Onions are another one. What is a great addition to a meal for you or I, can actually turn into poison in the inside of a dog&#8217;s body.</p>
<p>Garlic and mushrooms are other foods that are great in our meals but can become toxic when ingested by a dog.</p>
<p>Most dogs don&#8217;t have a hard time with foods that contain seeds. They may have a little discomfort. But in the case of apple seeds, they can be deadly to your dog.</p>
<p>Another potentially deadly situation can involve poultry bones, such as those from chickens or turkeys. These bones are hollow, unlike those from cows or pigs. That means they are brittle and can shatter in a dog&#8217;s mouth. If that happens, the bones can leave sharp points that can cause serious damage to the inside of a dog&#8217;s body.</p>
<p>You should know very well that any dog, especially a young one, will get its mouth around nearly anything it can. These are just a few of the things you should look out for when caring for your pet. A little attention will go a very long way.</p>
<p>Keep your dog safe. Keep the trash and junk out of the way. It doesn&#8217;t take a whole lot of effort to avoid deadly repercussions for your or somebody else&#8217;s canine companion.</p>
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		<title>Facts You Have To Know About Dog Care</title>
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		<dc:creator>Bob Locker</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dogs can be amazing pets. When buying a dog, you are investing in a companion that, hopefully, will be with you for quite a number of years. Therefore, you should know what you're getting into and not just spend hundreds of dollars on a particular dog breed because it "looks pretty".


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Dogs can be amazing pets. When buying a dog, you are investing in a companion that, hopefully, will be with you for quite a number of years. Therefore, you should know what you&#8217;re getting into and not just spend hundreds of dollars on a particular dog breed because it &#8220;looks pretty&#8221;.</p>
<p>Find out about the disposition of your preferred breed. If you won energetic and active dog that you can play Frisbee with and go for runs around the neighborhood, don&#8217;t purchase a breed that is known for lolling around the house lazily and sleeping all day.</p>
<p>You may not want to groom a dog for an hour every day; any dog with a long and beautiful coat will require this. If not, that luxurious coat will soon become matted and disgusting with neglect. Be sure to ask the breeder about the grooming requirements of the dog and other questions regarding daily care, like how much exercise it needs.</p>
<p>You need to know how to take care of a dog before you get one. Giving up an animal because you did not do your research and found out that they needed more care than you are willing to give is irresponsible and unacceptable.</p>
<p>Make sure the dog is up to date on all of its shots and immunizations before you buy it. This is important to avoid being stuck with a sickly animal; you want a strong, healthy dog that will live a long time.</p>
<p>All dogs should be spayed or neutered if you do not intend to breed them. This prevents unwanted dogs from being born and ending up in the pound, seized by animal control and destined for euthanasia.</p>
<p>Knowing about the trainability of your chosen breed is also important. Many dogs get sent to the hounds simply because their owners are too frustrated and impatient to train them properly. Some breeds are harder to train than others; do not get a hardheaded breed if you know you will not have the patience for it.</p>
<p>Be knowledgeable about the health problems your particular breed is prone to. This prepares you for any issues down the line and helps you provide the best life for your pet.</p>
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		<title>Symptoms And Possible Remedies For Canine Mange</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Aug 2010 12:46:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Wendell Ruben</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are three types of mange that are commonly seen on dogs and each is caused by a variety of mite. One of these types of mites may well die off in a few weeks but the others are more serious and may require treatment. The mites can cause anything from mild to severe itching and the dog may bite and scratch so furiously they remove patches of skin and fur which can be disfiguring. These parasites are very small and some can not be seen without the help of a microscope.


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are three types of mange that are commonly seen on dogs and each is caused by a variety of mite. One of these types of mites may well die off in a few weeks but the others are more serious and may require treatment. The mites can cause anything from mild to severe itching and the dog may bite and scratch so furiously they remove patches of skin and fur which can be disfiguring. These parasites are very small and some can not be seen without the help of a microscope.</p>
<p>One type of mite infestation is called Demodectic and caused by the demodex mite. They are usually present in very small numbers on puppies but occasionally they can become active and and cause the condition. Puppies from thee to twelve months old might suffer from this parasite. Some of the symptoms are a thinning of the hair around the eyes and mouth and itching. They can cause localized infections or hair loss in other areas and may require treatment to control.</p>
<p>A large reddish brown mite is responsible for the type called Cheyletiella. It might also be called walking dandruff in some places. The name comes from the sprinkling of dandruff that appears on the head, back and ruff of the dog. This problem can be contagious but is also usually resolved within a few weeks. The parasite dies shortly after leaving the host body.</p>
<p>Scarcoptic mange or scabies is probably the most well known type of infestation. The mite which causes it is very tiny and may be difficult to see even if samplings are taken from multiple spots. The female mite lays eggs beneath the skin of the dog. These itch and the dog will bite and scratch the area until the skin is literally removed, trying to get to the mites. In turn when the eggs hatch they lay more eggs and the process goes on.</p>
<p>In addition Sarcoptic mange is contagious to humans. A beloved family pet may give the mite to the kids who then spread it to neighbors. Diagnosis of this type of this infestation on pets may be on the basis of observation rather than clinical testing because the condition of the skin and the constant scratching can remove obvious signs.</p>
<p>There can be skin conditions, autoimmune problems and allergies which cause symptoms similar to mange in dogs. Because most of the mites are invisible to the naked eye it is difficult for the dog owner to know what may be causing it. A veterinarian visit is usually recommended to rule out other causes and to recommend an effective treatment for the parasites.</p>
<p>There are various effective treatments for parasites available to treat various types of mange. A rinse made of sulfurated lime that is applied twice a week can be effective in eliminating these pests. Selamectin is approved for use on dogs and cats in some countries and used for pest control and sometimes for cases mites. A preparation called Ivermectin though unapproved for use is widely used to treat parasitic infections in pets.</p>
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		<title>How To Identify And Treat Mange</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Mange is a certain type of skin disease that afflicts domestic animals including dogs and livestock. Parasitic mites trigger this condition when they burrow into skin or hair follicles.


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mange is a certain type of skin disease that afflicts domestic animals including dogs and livestock. Parasitic mites trigger this condition when they burrow into skin or hair follicles.</p>
<p>Demodectic and Sarcoptic mange are the two main types of this disease found in canines. Demodectic mange is also called Red Mange and renders the immune system incapable of keeping control of the mites that live in hair follicles. Bald patches are the first indication of this disease and bacterial infections set in causing increased irritation and itching. With a weakened immune system, the animal is susceptible to other diseases and will sometimes succumb to them.</p>
<p>Sarcoptic mange, also called canine scabies, is related to human scabies and is caused by an infestation of a mite that burrows into the skin. The animal experiences itching that is so intense it will scratch and bite to the point of skin damage. Crusting then occurs and the wounds become infected.</p>
<p>Quarantine the afflicted animal from healthy ones immediately because this disease is highly contagious. Thoroughly clean the bedding and any other area where the animal spends a lot of time.</p>
<p>This condition is highly contagious and calls for the immediate quarantine of the affected animal. The bedding where the animal sleeps and anywhere else it spends time needs to be given a thorough cleaning.</p>
<p>Take the dog to a reliable veterinarian where skin scrapings will be examined for the detection of mites. If the mites have already been removed from the dog by chewing and scratching, the vet may rely on symptoms alone to the make the diagnosis.</p>
<p>Selamectin is a prescription ointment that will treat this condition. Ear mites can be treated with daily administration of mineral oil to the ear canal to dislodge the burrowing mites. Daily cleaning of any debris from this area is also recommended.</p>
<p>This debilitating disease can be avoided with good hygiene. Particularly susceptible to mange are young animals that become malnourished and develop intestinal parasites.</p>
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