Demodex sp in adult dogs: Case report

Authors

  • Rosimeri Spegiorin
  • Rosimeri Spegiorin Instituição Unochapecó
  • Tatiana Palma Durlo Instituição Unochapecó

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31533/pubvet.v13n5a322.1-45

Keywords:

Demodex canis, demodicosis, skin disease

Abstract

The canine demodicosis is caused by Demodex canis and is present in the most part of their life, mainly in puppies. It is of great veterinary importance since the pathology often leads to furunculosis and secondary bacterial infection, so its diagnosis, treatment and follow-up are fundamental in the control of the disease. As it is likely to be confused with other skin diseases, anamnesis and clinical examination become essential in veterinary pratice. The objective is analyze a case of this dermatopathy in dogs, the characterization of the animal and the stage of the disease, as well as the search for theoretical basis on the disease. Based on its characterization, treatment with medicated shampoo was performed; and systemic treatment with antibiotics and anti-acarids, besides the periodic follow up of the patient.

Published

2019-05-21

Issue

Section

Medicina veterinária