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The most commonly seen mange in dogs is of two kinds - the sarcoptic mange and the demodectic mange. The sarcoptic mange is the scabies.
The demodectic mange is much more common. It is caused by minute mites that reside in the follicles of the dog’s hair. However, it is not that the other form of mange cannot be found in dogs. Dog scabies is caused by some certain type of mite which pushes into the skin. Dog scabies is not that common and it is transferrable to man.
Scabies usually manifest on the ears, limbs and the lower parts of the dog. The major symptom indicating a scabies infection in dogs is the appearance of some reddish bumpy eruptions referred to as popular eruptions. These can get very itchy and harden up as time goes on. Constant scratching by the dog may lead to formation of crumps. Sometimes, a noticeable loss of weight is witnessed.
The first thing to do in handling mange in dogs is to fortify the dog’s immune system. The best minerals to help do this are Vitamins A and E. Another important constituent of food supplements should be Zinc. Such fully fortified diets will help the body take care of itself while also nourishing the body. Mites and the harmful bacteria ordinarily thrive on a weak immune function and this may be avoided by strengthening the immune system. Something good about this is that this cleaning up is done the natural way with no fear of any harmful by product or left overs.
Miticides (mite killers) in the form of medicated dog shampoos remain the most frequently used and safest method of treating dog scabies. Lime-sulfer dips have also been found to be extremely useful in this regard. There is a high possibility that the ailment may appear to get worse first right before it gets alleviated. Some prescriptions however have proved not too worthwhile as they have some striking side effects. Medications are either applied orally (through the mouth) or intravenously (injecting through the veins).
Some natural recipe used in treating mange include rubbing of lavender oil into the hair as it helps to bring back the beauty of the dog fur. Freshly squeezed lemon juice is also a powerful tool in clearing up mange in dogs while Echinacea may be applied both internally and externally. In doing this, make use of a relatively warm cloth or towel. This should be pressed gently on the skin.
A generally hygienic environment is essential as these parasites usually spread in dirty areas. Remember also that the most common form of transmission is dog to dog contact. Sarcoptic mange may however be spread by previously healthy dogs coming in contact with items that have been used for infested dogs. Best way to prevent dog scabies is ensuring a limited contact between infected dogs and other dogs that do not have the ailment. Infected ones should be kept off other dogs until it is sure that they have been cured of this disease.

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