What is Sarcoptic Mange and Scabies?
A dog may catch sarcoptic mange from another dog, cat or during a trip outside, particularly in thickly wooded areas with an abundance of wildlife. A dog can get sarcoptic mange from a human suffering from scabies. Scabies/sarcoptic mange is one of the few medical conditions that can be transmitted between dogs and humans. According to Dr. Michael Levine, DVM, a dog develops sarcoptic mange when parasitic mites are transferred onto the dog’s body. The female mite burrows into the skin and lays eggs beneath the skin’s surface. As a result, of the mite infestation, the dog’s skin will develop an allergic reaction. This allergic reaction causes the dog’s skin to itch, flake and in some severe cases, the dog’s skin will take on a red, swollen appearance over large areas.
A dog may catch sarcoptic mange from another dog, cat or during a trip outside, particularly in thickly wooded areas with an abundance of wildlife. A dog can get sarcoptic mange from a human suffering from scabies. Scabies/sarcoptic mange is one of the few medical conditions that can be transmitted between dogs and humans. According to Dr. Michael Levine, DVM, a dog develops sarcoptic mange when parasitic mites are transferred onto the dog’s body. The female mite burrows into the skin and lays eggs beneath the skin’s surface. As a result, of the mite infestation, the dog’s skin will develop an allergic reaction. This allergic reaction causes the dog’s skin to itch, flake and in some severe cases, the dog’s skin will take on a red, swollen appearance over large areas. Symptoms of Sarcoptic Mange in Dogs Sarcoptic mange symptoms in dogs include: • Red bug bite-like bumps, often with a red dot in the center • Itchy, flaky skin • Red, inflamed skin • Sores and scabbing • Fur loss • intense
