Study of Therapeutic Management of Canine Demodecosis

Author: Kavita Jaidiya, Durga Bai Sodha, Sulochana Dariya and Chitra Jaidiya

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Abstract

Canine demodecosis is a prevalent skin disorder. A total of 24 canines presented to VCC with a history of itching, baldness, hyper pigmentation, and crust formation at specific locations on the body. Following a general evaluation, the physiological parameters were confirmed to be within normal limits. A total of 24 skin scrapings were obtained to detect mites. Deep skin scrapings were taken using a blunt scarpel thoroughly disinfected in 70% alcohol or over a gas flame. A drop of liquid paraffin was applied to the center of the glass slide. The scarpel's edge was dipped in liquid paraffin before being collected. A fold of skin was pinched with the lesion between the thumb and forefinger, and the crust of the fold was scraped thoroughly with a blade or blunt scalpel until blood poured out. The acquired skin scraping samples were placed in a 15 ml glass centrifuge tube, and 5 ml of 10% potassium hydroxide (KOH) solution was added. The substance was then gradually repaired until the particles had dissolved appropriately. The material was then centrifuged at 3000 revolutions per minute for 5 minutes. A pipette was used to drain the supernatant fluid and put 1-2 drops of sediment to a thin glass slide. The cover slip was then placed on the slide and checked for mites using a microscope with a low power lens. The treatment began with a tablet of Neomec (Ivermectin) 400mcg/kg body weight once daily orally until two consecutive negative results for Demodex canis were obtained, followed by a tablet of Avil (25 mg) once every five days. During this time, the patient was advised to take a wash with Ketochlor shampoo followed by a bath with Ridd solition (3 ml in one litre of water). Syrup Nutricoat was also administered orally. After three months of treatment, the dogs recovered without incident, with all lesions completely healed.

Keywords

Demodecosis, Folliculities, Ridd

Conclusion

Demodicosis was diagnosed in a large percentage of dogs with dermatological lesions. Long-term oral ivermectin, topical amitraz, and nutritional therapy are effective treatments for canine demodicosis.

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How to cite this article

Kavita Jaidiya, Durga Bai Sodha, Sulochana Dariya and Chitra Jaidiya (2024). Study of Therapeutic Management of Canine Demodecosis. Biological Forum – An International Journal, 16(1): 15-17.