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Dog Lice
from: The Complete DogWhat is dog lice? Are they the same type of lice that affect humans? What is the most effective way of getting rid of dog lice?
It's sometimes the case that even a clean, well-groomed dog can play host to different types of unwanted guests -- one of which is called dog lice. Dog lice infestation isn't common among dogs in this country, especially those that live in a clean environment and get proper care and attention.
However, you should still be aware of their symptoms and know how to deal with the problem should it arise. Dog lice causes severe irritation and illness and carries disease and complications such as anemia as well.
Dog lice are flat, gray, wingless parasites about a twelfth of an inch long. Dog lice are very slow movers. In fact, they hardly move at all. Dog lice only affect the dogs in your home and aren't capable of surviving off of cats and humans.
There are two types of dog lice: The first type concentrates on biting the skin and feeding on skin flakes; the other type feeds on your dog's blood. Blood sucking lice causes severe irritation because they penetrate the skin of your dog in order to feed.
Signs that your dog is infected with dog lice are heavy, intense scratching and irritation that often results in bald patches. Dog lice are usually found on the area around the ears, neck, shoulders, and anus. Although they are relatively large, you're more likely to spot their eggs in your dog's hair. Lice eggs (nits) are easier to see because they're attached to the dog's hair and look like white tiny flakes of dust.
Treating dog lice is relatively simple and easy because they haven't built up a resistance to insecticides. Your vet will likely recommend an insecticide spray or bath to kill them and may require you to cut off matted hair and wash your dog about once every week with the insecticide.
This procedure is then repeated until the itching is eliminated and there are no more visible lice eggs. If you have a puppy infected with lice, consult your vet first before starting on any kind of pesticide treatment or other type of medication.
To prevent further lice infestation and make sure that all the lice eggs have been completely eliminated, it's a good idea to throw away all bedding your dog has lain on during lice infestation and to disinfect the area where he sleeps.
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