I just rescued a Boston Terrier who is about 12 -13 weeks old. He has demodectic mange, I was aware of this when I rescued him, he doesn't have it as bad as I have seen some other dogs have it but I don't want it to escalate either. I am trying to use more natural products on him, without the vet treatments. I feel they are very harsh, is there any home remedies that work that are less severe I guess? I have seen many on the internet but I was wondering if anyone has experience with these methods? I have heard of the motor oil and I am not doing that, it can damage their skin permanently from what I have heard and that is harsh..any help please, I thank you in advance..
2007-03-04 10:04:29 · 8 answers · asked by out4justicenwv 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Thank you all...calling the vet tomorrow, she is new so maybe that will help some also with newer treatments..I appreciate the advice!
2007-03-04 10:48:11 · update #1
I had the same issue when I adopted my dog. I tried all the natural remedies because she has allergies, none worked as well as the stuff from the vet. After it is gone you can use the natural products to maintain it. Good luck, it is a pain in the rear.
2007-03-04 10:14:10 · answer #1 · answered by B.Woorley 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Demodectic mange needs to be treated by a vet and once you get it under control it may not ever come back again.
The best treatment will take a few weeks and it involves a shot once every other week of ivermectin and then on the other weeks a dip type bath.
This is the best cure for this type of mange I have seen.
NEVER use motor oil and it will not work.
It is like an auotimmune thing. The dogs has the mites on them all the time and if they get stressed out or their immune system gets down the mites run rampant and they get mange. Once under control some dogs never have another outbreak.
But having the vet treat is the best and fastest way to cure this.
2007-03-04 19:41:11 · answer #2 · answered by tlctreecare 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well I'm glad your not going to use Motor Oil because that would be toxic.
I don't know of anything else for you to do but take the poor dog to the vet. I have never heard of any herbal medicines that really work and most do more harm than good. Mange is a parasite that invades under the skin. Nothing herbal is going to kill the parricides.
I understand your concern for he dog but sometimes the more traditional methods work the best.
I know it's not what you want to hear but really it's going to get much worse if you fool around with it.
2007-03-04 18:27:20 · answer #3 · answered by ♥Golden gal♥ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunately demodetic mange is very hard to get rid of. I hate the Mitaban dips that the vets use, but that is really the only effective way of getting rid of demodex.
I asked the doctors I work with why someone hasn't come out with a different product that isn't so harsh, but they said that there isn't a market for it and the money that companies would have to put into making a different product to treat mange would not be worth it. I hate corporate America.
I wish I had better news, but it would be best to get it treated sooner than later. Catch it early and it is easier to get rid of. The longer you wait, the more it spreads.
Good Luck!
2007-03-04 18:18:08 · answer #4 · answered by redd_rvt 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I must agree with Goldengal one answer ahead of me. Demodicosis is a severe disease which needs to be treated effectively with conventional drugs from your veterinarian. Alternative drugs can do wonders in other skin diseases as sole or adjunct therapeutics. However, demodex is for sure not one of them.
I guess your dog was diagnosed via skin scrape test done by somebody familiar with the technique. If not there may be a chance the mites are not demodex. There are mites that can affect people, one reason more to treat your dog the traditional way. Antiparasitics used for the treatment of mites are not exactly harmless but are very effective and safe in experienced hands.
2007-03-04 19:46:33 · answer #5 · answered by brysonfan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Iwould for sure call a vet and see what they say rather then bringing him. You can also try oatmeal mix with a little vinegar. I woud also type it into the internet google and see what comes up
2007-03-04 18:09:05 · answer #6 · answered by }-{2(o) 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
check out the natural remedy book for dogs & cats by diane stein.
very helpful for all kinds of ailments!
i have used on my pets for 5yrs now!
from the crossing press.
2007-03-04 18:24:18 · answer #7 · answered by bearfox_traders 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try using human bacitracin ointment on him. Best to use a cone around his neck to prevent him from licking the would. Licking prolongs the condition and helps it to weap and spread.
2007-03-04 18:08:57 · answer #8 · answered by William's Mum 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋