Lab #4/5: Ticks & Mites (Cram)

How long is the life cycle of ear mites (Otodectes cynotis)?

3 weeks

What is the life span of an adult ear mite (Otodectes cynotis)?

2 months

What are 2 hosts, other than dogs or cats, for the ear mite?

1. Foxes

2. Ferrets

What are some areas Sarcoptes scabiei prefers on an animal?

Edge of ears, elbows, abdomen, knees, axillary/inguinal region, and hocks

What is the genus species of the mite that causes feline scabies?

Notoedres cati

How long can Sarcoptes mites survive off the host?

2 weeks

What are some products that treat sarcoptic mange?

Advantage multi (moxidectin), ivermectin, and selamectin

What are some preventative measures for sarcoptic mange?

Regular health checks, timely tx of infected animals and all those in contact with affected animals, clean/disinfect environment, keep dogs on leash in fox/coyote areas, limit access to dog parks, keep pets well groomed and on a healthy diet

What are the two forms of demodectic mange?

1. Localized (1–5 areas alopecia)

2. Generalized (1/3 of body alopecia)

What is required to confirm a diagnosis of clinical demodicosis?

Deep skin scraping with numerous mites and multiple life stages

How do you know when to stop treatment for generalized demodectic mange?

One month after a skin scraping reveals no live or dead mites