Mites in cats can be treated using simple techniques. Even if it only seems like one cat in your household is affected, you'll need to treat all of them.
An anti-mite dip and seborrheic shampoo can be applied. You'll need to clip the hair and remove crusts and dirt before application of the anti-mite treatment.
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A healthy cat coat is a sign that your cat is receiving the right nutrients in their diet. A healthy cat coat is also a sign that your cat might not be affected by parasites such as mites.
Your cat's coat should be shiny and smooth. If their coat is brittle or feels excessively dry, that can be a sign that they lack important nutrients like linoleic acid in their diet.
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Both Demodex mites and Sarcoptes mites can cause mange on dogs. There are three species of mites that can commonly be found on dogs.
These are:
Sarcoptes mites
Demodex mites
Ear mites
Demodex mites can what is known as demodectic mange. Sarcoptes mites cause sarcoptic mange.
Both types of mange can affect the condition of your dog's coat. For example, Sarcoptes mites burrow into your dog's skin. That makes them itch and can make them more prone to infections.
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