2007-02-06 10:39:20 · 13 answers · asked by mail_junkmail 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Hi, go to http://earthclinic.com and do some reading on mange, there are different kinds of this and different ways to treat it. There are alot of home remediies that DO work on this website as well!
2007-02-06 12:43:52 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what type of mange it is. I know sarcotic mange is contageous to humans. Either way, make sure you wash up after handling a dog with mange whether it's contageous or not.
2007-02-06 19:11:33 · answer #2 · answered by Courtney C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
demodex is not contagious, every dog actually has these mites, some dogs just experience "flair ups". sarcoptic mites are VERY contagious (also known as scabes) and can be passed to you, children, etc. sadly, demodex are the easiest to diagnose because sarcoptic burrow down into the skin and sometimes are missed on the tests the vet do. if you havent already, take the dog to the vet.
2007-02-06 18:46:50 · answer #3 · answered by Erin 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
some are, and it depends on which kind. Mange comes in three varieties: Demodectic, Cheyletiella and Sarcoptic. It is caused by different species of mites, tiny eight-legged critters related to spiders. Sarcoptic can be transfered to humans. I have posted a link to a site below that I hope can help you. :)
2007-02-06 18:48:39 · answer #4 · answered by Jessica♥sRRidgebacks 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are two types of mange. One is contagious and dogs can get it from other dogs. The other is genetic and is not contagious to other dogs.
2007-02-07 10:13:35 · answer #5 · answered by Shadow's Melon 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sarcoptic mange is (scabies)
2007-02-06 18:45:17 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes very Highly contagious!!!!! Treat it ASAP!!! Go to vet and get some dip!!!
2007-02-06 19:13:00 · answer #7 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Demodex isn't but still take your dog to the vet if you are not sure which kind he has.
2007-02-06 18:49:16 · answer #8 · answered by Brittney 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get your dog to a vet.
2007-02-10 07:01:20 · answer #9 · answered by Sas 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It can be. Take him to the vet.
2007-02-06 18:56:39 · answer #10 · answered by Anna S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋