DEMODECOSIS AND SCABIES IN MALE LOCAL DOG

Abstract

Demodicosis is a skin disease caused by the Demodex sp. mite. Scabies is a skin disease in livestock and pets caused by the Sarcoptes scabiei mite affecting the corneum layer of the skin. The purpose of this case report is to add information about demodicosis and scabies cases in local dogs with severe alopecia. A 4-month-old male local dog is experiencing skin issues such as almost complete alopecia, erythema in the abdominal and neck areas, and crusts in the ear and tail areas. Deep skin scraping revealed Demodex sp. and Scabies sp. mites. Routine hematological examinations showed the dog to have macrocytic anemia, lymphocytosis, and thrombocytopenia. The dog's diagnosis is demodicosis and scabies. Evaluation during the first week showed changes in the dog's condition. Based on the anamnesis, clinical examination, and supporting tests, the diagnosed case of the dog is experiencing demodicosis and scabies with a fausta prognosis. Treatment with Ivermectin, Diphenhydramine HCl, fish oil, and bathing using antibacterial and antifungal shampoo for 2 weeks demonstrated improvement in the dog's skin condition and hair growth. The dog should be placed or caged separately from other animals for intensive care to accelerate recovery. Environmental cleanliness also affects the dog's recovery, so maintaining cage hygiene is crucial. Feeding the dog should be separate from healthy dogs to prevent transmission to other dogs.