My Bichon Frese has turned dark orange after being around some others dogs - is this mange?
My Bichon (a pedigree-Championship bloodline) solid white - I rescued her from a breeder that kept her pregnant and in a small cage - she's magnificent but my son brought his boxer mix dogs here and now she has dark orange spots on her underbelly - she itches all the time - is this red mange and what can I do to get rid of it. The other dogs are gone now.
2011-10-18T10:47:34Z
Jo - read your own posts - your copied information says "Demodectic Mange is also known as “Red Mange”...... there you go HONEY.... p.s. my Bichon is not a mongrel. I have read about Demodectic mange and I was looking for maybe a breeder that knows of a home remedy - I've found several from various breeders that have saved me hundreds. honey
ladystang2011-10-18T12:24:03Z
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i would have to take my dog to vet and have her tested
Just get the your mongrel to the vet as a responsible owner should.
Demodectic Mange: Demodectic Mange is also known as “Red Mange”. This condition is caused by an overgrowth of Demodex canis mites within the hair follicles of the dog’s coat. A very important point: These mites live on ALL dogs! They are passed from mother to pups within the first week of life. The trouble only occurs when the population of mites grows out of control. It is commonly believed that this condition is hereditary. Most dogs have a natural resistance that keeps the number of mites down – dogs lacking this trait can pass it on to their offspring.
Demodex can present itself in a localized (in 1 or 2 spots) or a generalized (all over the body) form. The localized form is usually seen in young dogs, while the generalized form is a more severe condition and usually hints of a more serious immune disorder. Older dogs that develop generalized Demodex should receive diagnostic workups for other underlying ailment such as cancer, thyroid issues or Cushing’s disease.
Demodex is not contagious t dogs or to humans, however because it is believed to be a hereditary disorder, dogs with this disease should not be bred.
What Are Symptoms Of Mange? Demodectic Mange:
Localized Demodex appears as red, hairless patches (often found on the head). The spots can have a raised look to them and almost have the appearance of pimples. The patches may be accompanied by itching or they may not bother your dog at all.
Generalized cases of Demodex are often accompanied with large amounts of hair loss, deeply irritated skin, bacterial infections, fever, and swollen footpads. Itching can be intense.
I have a purebred poodle but as he is a rescue and does not have papers he is not recognized as a pure bred and if you don't have papers to proof your boosts then yes he is. HA! Also I did CORRECT IT DEARY!
If you had bothered to actually READ it the top one is what is known as a description while the other is not a repeat but telling you what the symptoms are! Too bad you didn't note the DIFFERENCE. Thank you I hope you have a simply lovely day. Now that you know that it is NOT contagious then maybe, just maybe rather than trying to play dr you will get a PROFESSIONAL to diganose your mutt.
I'd take my dog to the Vet to determine what was causing this because you'll want to treat it with an effective product or products. I have a dog that has had an allergic reaction to a probable bee sting. If she didn't get the right treatment,she'd be a whole lot sicker and even in danger of dying. Doesn't sound like your dog is in danger right now, but that's a good time to get a professional evaluation. Do your sons' dogs have mange? I'm guessing the orange spots are a reaction to biting itching areas there. Definitely cause to go to a Vet and get it treated, regardless! It could be as simple as a reaction to flea bites (even if only a flea or two bit your dog if your dog has allergies to this) or it could be a secondary infection that needs antibiotics as well as treating what caused the itching. Hope your pup feels better soon. Don't ever use home remedies without consulting a Vet. You could be making the problem worse or you could be treating the wrong problem and it could be ineffective and make your dog sicker.
My Bichon (a pedigree-Championship bloodline) < What does that have to do with this situation? Nothing. Hell where you GOT get from means nothing as well.
You can't diagnose your dog and neither can we so get off your butt and take your dog to the vet for an ACCURATE diagnosis. Can't treat what you can't diagnose. Could be mange could be something else. Since as pointed out by Jo "red mange" is NOT CONTAGIOUS.
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