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Melyssa2007 · 07-08-2009, 11:38 AM

Ranger has been itching for about 3 weeks now and the first time I took him to the vet, she said it said it was just dry skin and not a big deal. Al the while he continued to scracth himself to the point of bleeding. I took him to the vet yesterday and this time it was a different vet and said that it looked like a much bigger problem than dry skin. He took Ranger back and scraped his hear to find 2 little mites known as canine sarcoptic mange, also known as scabies. He did give us medication for it and we have been taking propper precautions for ourselves, but I was wondering if anyone has heard of this or has come across it themelves. I am very furious that the first Vet did not look more seriously into this!!

LuvMySissy · 07-08-2009, 11:45 AM

There are a few on here with experience with mange. All I know is it is considered a major immune system disorder, so boosting the immune system with supplements is a must!!!! I highly recommend using colostrum to boost the immune system. A good priobitic may also be in order.

07-08-2009, 11:38 AM	#1
Melyssa2007 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2009 Location: Romeo, MI Posts: 244	Parasites... Ranger has been itching for about 3 weeks now and the first time I took him to the vet, she said it said it was just dry skin and not a big deal. Al the while he continued to scracth himself to the point of bleeding. I took him to the vet yesterday and this time it was a different vet and said that it looked like a much bigger problem than dry skin. He took Ranger back and scraped his hear to find 2 little mites known as canine sarcoptic mange, also known as scabies. He did give us medication for it and we have been taking propper precautions for ourselves, but I was wondering if anyone has heard of this or has come across it themelves. I am very furious that the first Vet did not look more seriously into this!! __________________ Ranger's Momma "My little dog - a heartbeat at my feet."

07-08-2009, 11:45 AM	#2
LuvMySissy Luv my Angel, too! Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: USA Posts: 9,333	There are a few on here with experience with mange. All I know is it is considered a major immune system disorder, so boosting the immune system with supplements is a must!!!! I highly recommend using colostrum to boost the immune system. A good priobitic may also be in order. __________________ Sissy & Angel