The Comparison of Scraping, Trichogram, and Taping Techniques for Diagnosis of Demodicosis in Dogs

This study found that adhesive tape impression cytology was effective for diagnosing dermatophytosis in dogs and cats, particularly in dogs with kerion, exhibiting sensitivity comparable to or higher than other tests.

In a case study, a 6-year-old Shih Tzu with both demodicosis and babesiosis showed improvement after treatment, which included medications like ivermectin and supportive care such as specialized shampoos and environmental spraying, evaluated up to the 21st day.

In this study of dogs with mucocutaneous lesions caused by various dermatological conditions, the researchers observed notable changes in haemato-biochemical parameters and trichographic features, including anaemia, elevated platelet counts, and significant telogen phase hair involvement.

This study found that canine demodicosis diagnosis is complicated by the absence of typical lesions and the presence of atypical symptoms like itching and generalized erythema, challenging traditional diagnostic approaches.

This case report describes a Balinese breed dog diagnosed with demodecosis and malasseziosis, which improved after 30 days of treatment including amitraz, ketoconazole, and supportive therapies. The findings suggest that consistent treatment and environmental management can aid in recovery from these skin conditions in dogs.