A Survey on Sarcoptes Scabiei Var Canis Infestation in Dogs in Guwahati, Assam, India
April 2024
in “
Exploratory Animal and Medical Research
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TLDR Sarcoptes mites cause severe skin issues in dogs, which can be fatal if untreated.
The study focuses on Sarcoptes scabiei var canis infestation in dogs in Guwahati, Assam, India, highlighting the dermatological issues caused by arthropod parasites. These parasites lead to irritation, hair loss, and skin damage, and can also transmit diseases. Mange, particularly scabies caused by Sarcoptes mites, results in hair loss, itching, and dermatitis. If untreated, the condition can worsen, causing severe irritation and potentially leading to the dog's death due to toxemia.
