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Advanced natural treatment for allergies that cause itching and scratching in dogs
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West Highland Terriers
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Fleas, Ticks and Mites will cause irritation and itchy-
While Fleas and Ticks may be visible to the owner, Mites are harder to diagnose. If untreated then Mites will cause Mange.
Surface mites live on the skin's surface, causing itchiness and scratching. The most common types are Cheyletiella mites (which are light in colour and large enough to be seen moving about) and tiny orange Harvest Mites (which are more common in the autumn). Surface mites should be treated with proprietary insecticidal medications to break their parasitic life cycle.
Ear mites are contageous and live inside the dog’s ears. Head shaking and ear scratching and a dry crusty discharge are common symptoms. They need to be treated with specialist ear products.
Mange mites burrow in to the skin, so they can't usually be seen by the naked eye and will need to be diagnosed by your vet, using a microscope and skin scraping. The most common types of mange mites cause Demodex mange and Sarcoptic mange. Your Vet will advise on the appropriate treatment.
Demodex Mange is caused by mites that live in the hair follicles of almost all dogs and they aren't normally a problem. But if the dog has an impaired immune system, or is suffering from malnutrition or stress, the mites can overpopulate, resulting in hair loss and inflamed skin. This type of mange doesn't usually cause intense itching, and it isn't contagious.
Sarcoptic mange is contagious and very itchy. Dogs will cause themselves permanent skin damage from scratching and biting. These mites breed quickly and will eventually infest your whole pet if left untreated.
See your vet to establish if your dog has mange and which type it is. If your dog
has Sarcoptic mange it is likely to need veterinary treatment in the first instance.
When that’s dealt with, if you’re looking for a more natural solution to prevent
further outbreaks and help heal the damage -
For Demodex mange where the dog has an impaired immune system or is suffering from
malnutrition or stress -