Itchy dog with possible demodex mite infestation
I took my dog (2yo male neutered Rhodesian Ridgeback) to vet because he was very itchy. First they said allergic reaction. Second time,1 week later, did skin scrape & said Demodex parasite. Told to apply "Revolution" now, in 2 weeks, then in 4 more weeks. Question- all my research never mentions "Revolution" as treatment and says that I should be concerned with the underlying cause because he is an older dog. (not a puppy) The vet said that some older dogs can get infestation if immuno compromised. He had a bout of diarrhea in beginning on Jan supposedly due to stress of being in kennel. When I asked the vet how being sick in Jan can cause this in March/April I really didn't get an answer. Should I have him tested for a more serious illness? Should I be giving some sort of dip that was talked about on the internet? He has no fur loss and seems to be a little less itchy. Will this "Revolution" completely eradicate the parasite and should I be concerned in my dog has to go back to the kennel? Thank you for all your answers. |
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