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            <title>Commercial flea killing compounds may be work if used properly but they could be not the only ...</title>
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            <description>For millions of dogs and people, the tiny flea is a relentless enemy. The flea is a small, brown, wingless insect that uses specialized mouth parts to pierce the skin and siphon blood. When a flea bites your dog, it injects a little amount of saliva into the skin to prevent blood coagulation. many animals can have fleas without showing suffering, but an unfortunate number of dogs become sensitized to this saliva. In particularly allergic animals, the bite of a single flea will cause severe itching and scratching. Fleas create the most common skin condition of dogs which is flea allergy or dermatitis.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&amp;nbsp;If your dog develops super-sensitivity to flea saliva, many changes will result.&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; A tiny hive can develop at the location of the fleabite, which will either heal or develop into a small red bump that eventually crusts over.&amp;nbsp; The dog may scratch and chew at himself until the area is hairless, raw and weeping serum. This can create hair loss, redness, scaling, microbial infection and high coloring of the skin.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Remember that the flea spends the most its life in the environment, not on your dog, so it can be unpleasant to find. In fact, your dog can continue to scratch without you ever seeing a flea on your pet. Check your dog carefully for fleas or for signs of flea excrement (also called flea dirt), which looks like coarsely ground pepper. When moistened, flea dirt turns a reddish brown Simply put it contains blood. If one pet in the household has fleas, assume that all dogs in the household have fleas. A single flea found on your pet probably means that there are hundreds of fleas, larva, pupa and eggs in your house. &lt;br&gt;</description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 11 Nov 2010 17:35:04 +0100</pubDate>
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            <description>&lt;p&gt;Commercial flea killing compounds can work if used properly but they are not 
the only alternative to stopping fleas. There are effective home remedies that 
work as well or better.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The life cycle of the flea has four different stages including the egg, 
larva, pupa and adult.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The adult flea uses your dog as a place to take 
its blood meals and breed. Fleas either lay eggs directly on the pet where they 
may drop off, or deposit eggs into the immediate surroundings around your home. 
Simply put the female will lay numerous hundred eggs during the course of its 
life, the number of fleas present intensifies the difficulty. The eggs hatch 
into larvae that live in your furniture, carpeting, or cracks and corners of the 
dog's living area. &lt;br&gt;The larvae live by ingesting dried blood, and animal 
dander. To complete the life cycle, larvae develop into pupa that hatch into 
adults. The immediate source of adult fleas within the house is the pupa, not 
the dog. The adult flea emerges from the pupa, then hops onto the host. 
&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;This flea growth occurs more quickly in a warm, humid environment. Pupa 
will be dormant for months, but under temperate conditions fleas go by way of 
their life cycle in about three weeks. The inside of your home will provide a 
warm environment to allow fleas to infect you and your dogs year 
round.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Battling the Flea&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The catagories of commercial products 
available for flea control include flea collars, shampoos, sprays, powders and 
dips. along with other, newer, products which include oral and systemic spot 
treatment insecticides.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;In the past, topical insecticide sprays, powders 
and dips were the most popular. However, the effect was often temporary. 
Battling infestations requires battling areas where the eggs, larvae, pupae and 
adults all congregate. The plain truth is a gread deal of stages of a flea's 
life will persist for months, chemicals with residual action were needed and 
should be repeated periodically. Sprays or foggers, which needed leaving the 
house for various hours, have been used twice in 2-week intervals and then every 
two months during the flea season. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Treating animals and their living 
areas thoroughly and at the same time is vital; otherwise a number of fleas will 
survive and re-infect your pet. You will even need to treat your yard or kennel 
with an insecticide, if the infestations of mites is severe enough.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 10 Nov 2010 11:37:32 +0100</pubDate>
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            <description>&lt;p&gt;Commercial flea killing compounds may work if used properly but they should not be the only alternative to stopping fleas. For millions of dogs and people, 
the small flea is a relentless enemy.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The vacuum cleaner can be a real aid in removing flea eggs and immature 
forms. Give special attention to cracks and corners. At the end of vacuuming, 
either partial vacuum up some flea powder into your vacuum bag, or throw the bag 
out. Otherwise, the cleaner will only serve as an incubator, releasing more 
fleas into the environment as they hatch. In a number of cases, you can need to 
obtain the services of a licensed pest modulate company. These professionals 
have access to a multitude of insecticides and they know what combinations work 
best in your area. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Remedy &amp;amp; Prevention &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;As one might expect, 
flea eliminate using these methods is very time consuming, expensive and 
difficult. The great news is that currently, with the newer flea products on the 
market, flea address is much safer, more reliable and environmentally friendly. 
Current flea eliminate efforts center on oral and topical systemic treatments. 
These products not only treat existing flea problems, they also are very useful 
for prevention. In fact, prevention is the most efficient and best method of 
flea manage. &lt;br&gt;One group of commercial products works to modulate fleas by 
interrupting the development fleas by killing flea larva and eggs. These 
medications are called insect growth regulators. These products do not kill 
adult fleas, but they dramatically decrease the flea population by arresting 
their development. One common oral product used is lufenuron. Lufenuron is given 
monthly, and is combined with heartworm protection in the product. Methoprene 
and pyriproxifen are also very effective IGRs that could be available as sprays 
or collars. &lt;br&gt;Other commercial products kill the actual adult flea and work 
quite rapidly. These include both spot treatments and oral products. spot 
treatments products were normally applied on your dog's skin between the 
shoulders. The medication is absorbed into your dog's skin and distributed 
throughout the body. Fleas could be killed rapidly on contact with the skin. 
spot treatments products include fipronil, imidacloprid, and selamectin. A 
recently formulated oral flea killer given monthly is nitenpyram and when given 
begins to kill fleas in 30 minutes. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;All these products are not harmful, 
simple to use and, if used correctly, the most efficacious method of flea 
manage. In addition a gread deal of have the added profit of efficacy against 
other parasites. certain veterinarians are even recommending a combination of an 
adult flea killer and insect growth regulator as a more complete method of flea manage. 
&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;With all these choices it is best to consult your veterinarian as to the 
best flea manage and prevention for your dog. The choice of flea address should 
depend on your dog's life-style and exposure of your pet to them using faithful 
use of these internal monthly flea products, the total flea burden on your pet 
and in the immediate environment can be dramatically reduced. Keeping your dog 
on monthly flea treatments especially in areas of high flea risk is an excellent 
preventive method of flea address. These products oftentimes eliminate the need 
for routine home insecticid use, especially in the long run. Although it can 
still be reasonable in heavy flea environments to treat the premises initially, 
the advent of these newer systemic flea products has dramatically simplified, 
and made flea modulate safer and more efficient.
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            <pubDate>Wed, 10 Nov 2010 11:07:32 +0100</pubDate>
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            <title>The use of pesticides on or around Dogs can harm their health and much care should be taken ...</title>
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            <description>More than 30 million Americans live with one or more dogs (Marks, 1999). pet owners many use poisons in and around their homes to address mites. Although many chemicals were beneficial, poor planning or improper use of a pesticide product may be be very toxic to dogs. Of course the best way to avoid toxicity is to avoid using chemical products. However, if these chemicals must be used be sure to read the labels, use the products properly, and be highly careful. Remember that dogs could be not just property; they were another member of the family. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;chemicals&lt;br&gt;A pesticide is any substance used to kill, repel, or otherwise control a pest. These include insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, rodenticides, and disinfectants. Apartments and houses were many hosts to common pests like cockroaches, ants, fungus, termites, and rats. Weeds, grubs, and aphids will get into lawns, flowers, and vegetable gardens. Simply put chemicals were designed to be toxic, they can pose a risk not only to children and adults but also to pets. Dogs could be exposed to poisons when they inhale, ingest, or absorb the product as a result of the skin. Animal studies have shown that certain chemicals can cause cancer, reproductive problems, birth defects, central nervous system disturbances, liver and kidney harm, and skin irritation.&lt;br&gt;</description>
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            <link>http://www.mangedogsdemodex.com/mange-dog-blog-and-articles/part-2</link>
            <description>The following compounds are samples of the chemicals used in homes and gardens.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;•&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D). This pesticide is a chlorophenoxy compound that functions as a systemic herbicide and is used to address many types of broadleaf weeds. Classified as a General Use mite killing (GUP), 2,4-D's diethylamine salt is a slightly toxic category III chemical when ingested orally. However, this product is classified as a highly toxic category I chemical when exposed to the eyes. chemicals containing 2,4-D bear the signal words &quot;danger ¬ poison&quot;. Used in many commercial products, 2,4-D will be found in emulsion form, in aqueous solutions (salts), and as a dry compound. Although its carcinogenic status is not clear, canine malignant lymphoma has been connected with exposure to 2,4-D (Hayes et al., 1991). &lt;br&gt;NOTE: If pesticide chemicals fall into the least toxic category, manufacturers no longer have to print signal words on the labels as of February 12, 2002. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;•&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Avermectin B1 (Abamectin). This compound functions as an insecticide/miticide and is used by homeowners for the control of fire ants. Abamectin is classified as a GUP, practically nontoxic category IV chemical, which has no precautionary statement on its label. Abamectin contains about 80% avermectin B1a and 20% avermectin B1b compounds derived from the soil bacterium Streptomyces avermitilis. Research indicates that chronic abamectin toxicity may be affect the nervous system of dogs and cause warning signs such as pupil dilation, lethargy, and tremors (Lankas and Gordon, 1989).&lt;br&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;•&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Allethrin. This pesticide was the first of the pyrethroids widely produced as an insecticide (Vijverberg et al., 1990). This synthetic compound is used almost exclusively in homes and gardens for modulate of flies and mosquitoes. pesticides containing allethrin could be slightly toxic category III chemicals and bear the signal word &quot;caution&quot; on the product label. However, containers of technical grade D-trans-allethrin bear the signal word &quot;warning&quot;. Allethrin is used in many commercial products and is available as mosquito coils, mats, oil formulations, and as an aerosol spray. Research has indicated that dogs exposed continuously to D-allethrin were diagnosed with liver problems (World Health Organization, 1989). &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;•&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Bendiocarb. This compound is an insecticidal carbamate that is used to address mosquitoes, flies, wasps, ants, cockroaches, fleas, ticks, and other pests in homes. Most formulations of bendiocarb are classified as GUP, but a few formulations could be classified as Restricted Use chemicals (RUP), which may be purchased and used only by certified applicators. Bendiocarb is a moderately toxic category II chemical and carries the signal word &quot;warning&quot;. Commercial pesticides containing bendiocarb are formulated as dusts, granules, ultra-low volume sprays, and as wettable powders. Bendiocarb is absorbed using all the normal routes of exposure, but it is usually excreted rapidly and does not accumulate in mammalian tissue. Signs associated with acute toxicity of carbamates in mammals are excessive salivation, chest discomfort, muscle tremors, and rarely death. Like other carbamate insecticides, bendiocarb is a reversible inhibitor of cholinesterase, an enzyme found in the liver, pancreas, heart, serum, and the white matter of brain. True cholinesterase catalyzes the hydrolysis of acetylcholine (a neurotransmitter) to choline (an amino alcohol) and acetate. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;•&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; DCPA. This phthalate compound, also called chlorthal or chlorthal-dimethyl, is a pre-emergent herbicide used on annual grasses and annual broad-leaf weeds in vegetable crops. About 20% of the use of this compound in the United States is for homes and gardens. DCPA is classified as a GUP and is practically a nontoxic category IV chemical that bears the signal word &quot;caution&quot;. Commercial products containing DCPA will be formulated as wettable powders, granules, or as suspension concentrates. Although the compound has a very low toxicity to mammals, research has indicated that dogs exposed continuously to DCPA experienced adverse effects in the liver (United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), 1988). &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;•&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Diazinon. This product is a nonsystemic organophosphate insecticide used to modulate fleas, ants, and cockroaches in residential buildings, and sucking and leaf-eating insects on home gardens. Diazinon is classified as a RUP, which will be purchased and used only by a professional pest eliminate operator. Depending on the formulation, it is a moderately toxic category II or slightly toxic category III chemical. poisons containing diazinon bear the signal word &quot;warning&quot; or &quot;caution&quot;. This insecticidal organophosphate compound is used in many commercial products and is available in dust, granules, seed dressings, wettable powder, and emulsifiable solution formulations. In mammals, diazinon is metabolized and excreted using the urine and feces very rapidly. The toxic effects of the compound are due to the inhibition of acetylcholinesterase, an essential nervous system enzyme. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;•&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Malathion. This compound is a nonsystemic, wide-spectrum organophosphate insecticide suited for the manage of sucking and chewing insects on fruits and vegetables. Malathion is also used to eliminate mosquitoes, flies, household insects, and animal ectoparasites. Malathion is classified as a GUP and is a slightly toxic category III chemical. pesticides that include this chemical bear the signal word &quot;caution&quot;. This insecticidal organophosphate compound is used in many commercial products and is available in an emulsifiable concentrate, wettable powder, dustable powder, and ultra-low volume liquid formulations. Malathion has been shown to depress cholinesterase activity in animals, and may be affect the central nervous and immune systems, adrenal glands, liver, and blood. Available evidence suggests that this chemical product is not carcinogenic, yet current data is inconclusive. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;•&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Rotenone. This mite killing is a selective, non-specific botanical compound used in home gardens for insect control and on pets for lice and tick address. Rotenone is classified as a GUP, and, depending on the formulation, is classified as a highly toxic category I or a slightly toxic category III compound. Rotenone formulations that are highly toxic bear the signal word &quot;danger,&quot; but &quot;caution&quot; in slightly toxic forms. This rotenoid plant extract is used in many commercial products, and it is available in crystalline preparations, emulsified solutions, and dusts. Research revealed that dogs exposed continuously to rotenone experienced vomiting, had reduced food consumption, and hence reduced weight gain (National Research Council, 1983). &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;•&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Warfarin. This compound is an anticoagulant rodenticide used for controlling mice and rats in and around homes and animal premises. This odorless and tasteless mite killing is only slightly dangerous to domestic animals when used as directed. Warfarin, classified as a GUP, bears the signal word &quot;danger&quot; for technical and high concentrations or the signal word &quot;caution&quot; for low concentrations and ready-to-use baits. Warfarin is found in a plethora of commercial rodenticides and comes in pure water soluble, ready-to-use bait, concentrate, powder, liquid concentrate, nylon pouch, coated talc, and dust formulations. Signs and indications of animal exposure such as swift breathing, weakness, pale mucous membranes, and hemorrhage are created by the rodenticide's anti-clotting properties. The prothrombin content of the blood is reduced, and internal bleeding is induced. Prothrombin or factor II is a vitamin K-dependent single-polypeptide-chain glycoprotein involved in blood clotting--a mechanism that prevents blood loss at the site of an injury. Animals killed by warfarin exhibit extreme pallor of the skin, muscle, and viscera. &lt;br&gt;Although the previously discussed chemical compounds could be assigned a registration number from the EPA, the EPA is re-evaluating poisons in light of the Food Quality Protection Act of 1996. The EPA is currently engaged in a reregistration procedure in which many chemical chemicals might end up off the market. Already, the manufacturers of bendiocarb voluntarily cancelled the product, and diazinon registration will (expire) be cancelled with no provisions for existing stocks on December 31, 2004. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;</description>
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            <description>Guidelines to avoid toxicity&lt;br&gt;As mentioned previously, the best way to avoid toxicity is to avoid using chemical poisons altogether. An integrated pest management program may be the most reliable strategy for controlling mites. This methodology employs physical, mechanical, cultural, and biological strategies to keep pest numbers low. Least-toxic chemical pest modulate methods could be used only as a last resort. The following pest manage methods do not involve chemical poisons:&lt;br&gt;•&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Physical and Mechanical Controls. &lt;br&gt;o&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Use mulch to reduce weed growth. &lt;br&gt;o&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Use a hoe to cut up weeds. &lt;br&gt;o&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Manually remove weeds from your lawn and insects from your plants. &lt;br&gt;o&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Use a hose to wash out aphid populations. &lt;br&gt;o&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Use shears to trim out caterpillars. &lt;br&gt;o&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Use traps or barriers (caulk, screen, net) to control mice, rats, and a number of insects. &lt;br&gt;•&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Cultural Controls. &lt;br&gt;o&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Use compatible plants for the landscape. &lt;br&gt;o&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Avoid monocultures. &lt;br&gt;o&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Correct watering and fertilizing procedures. &lt;br&gt;•&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Biological Controls. &lt;br&gt;o&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; influence and keep beneficial predators. Insect mites may be eaten by birds such as the purple martin and by predatory insects such as the ladybug. contact your county Cooperative Extension office or local nursery for more information on And how, you may wonder, to attract and keep beneficial predators. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;o&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Use parasitoids and pathogens. Parasitoids lay eggs in or on an insect host. Once the eggs hatch, the offspring kill the insect host by consuming its organs or body fluids. A common instance is the mini-wasp, which lays its eggs on pest larvae. Microscopic pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi invade mites and cause diseases. A condition oftentimes weakens and kills the pest. For example, the milky spore condition is known to attack Japanese beetles. &lt;br&gt;If you make the decision that the best solution to your pest obstacle is to use chemical poisons, then be aware that these products may be be hazardous to you and your pet, especially when taken care of, applied, stored, or disposed of improperly. The following are many basic steps to avoid risking the health of your dog:&lt;br&gt;•&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; decide on the pesticide that is least toxic. &lt;br&gt;•&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Every time you use the pesticide, read and follow all label directions. &lt;br&gt;•&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Keep your dog in a safe place while you mix or apply pesticides. &lt;br&gt;•&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Always keep the chemicals in the original container. &lt;br&gt;•&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Store pesticides in a ventilated, dry and cool place, preferably where your pet cannot gain access. &lt;br&gt;•&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Wrap empty, rinsed containers in newspaper and dispose of them in your trash will. However, any unused mite killing product that will no longer be used should be taken to the local household hazardous waste disposal facility. &lt;br&gt;•&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Keep your pet away from managed areas until the mite killing is completely dry. Always read the mite killing label for specific instructions as to In what way long to keep the dog out of the treated area. &lt;br&gt;•&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Place ready-to-use baits in areas where your pet cannot reach them. &lt;br&gt;•&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Use care when treating your dog with chemicals. Follow the label carefully, and be aware that over-treating will poison your dog. chemicals designed for adult dogs should never be used on puppies, unless the label states that the chemical product can be used on younger animals. &lt;br&gt;If after a recent pesticide application your pet starts to act strangely, salivate, vomit, stumble, appear lethargic, or have muscle tremors or convulsions, promptly contact a veterinarian or the National Animal poison manage Center of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) (1-800-548-2423). Make sure to have in hand the chemical product your dog may have been exposed to earlier. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Summary&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;For years, dogs have alleviated the physical hardship and loneliness of humans. as of this moment, pet companionship has taken on a different meaning as Americans increasingly consider their dogs another member of the family rather than just property. However, owners must completely understand that choosing to share their homes and lives with one or more dogs means that certain things must be done to secure a happy and healthy animal. Regular veterinary checkups, optimal nutrition, and protection against injuries and toxic chemicals are highly pertinent.&lt;br&gt;pet owners should become aware of the identity and toxic nature of chemicals (insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, rodenticides, and disinfectants) that may be applied in or around their homes. Owners must realize that these chemical products can be as deadly to their dogs as they were to mites. Therefore, reading the label carefully and using chemicals properly is important to the safety of their dogs. Furthermore, educational programs in the area of mite killing use could be essential for the protection of owner and dog health. &lt;br&gt;</description>
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            <title>Treating Cat Mange</title>
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            <description>&lt;br&gt;By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Dave_Gurke]Dave Gurke &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Are you having trouble treating cat mange? Don't worry, you're not alone on that one. Millions of household pets suffer from mites every year, it's just one of those irritating little setbacks that never seems to be curable like the common cold! &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;So what exactly is mange and why does it lead to hair loss on your cat? Well, this article is going to give you a close up look on the ins and outs of mange so that you know exactly how to stop it dead in its tracks.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;So what exactly is mange? Essentially, mange is a skin condition that results from the feeding of parasitic mites on your cat's skin. You might be wondering why you can't physically see them and that's because they are microscopic. You might be wondering how something so small can cause such irritating itching since there must be millions of microscopic creepy crawlies all over the place that never bother us? Well that's because these mites are parasitic - they feast off of their host's flesh. They're also powerful in their numbers, being able to reproduce rapidly and survive for 22 days.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;This all sounds like a nightmare, so how do you prevent the condition from getting worse? Treating cat mange doesn't have to be as difficult as you may first imagine. You can begin combating the problem by bathing your cat regularly in a solution of anti-parasitic oils to really wipe out the mites. This is an ideal solution for cats that are only in the earlier stages of developing mange. However, mange can spread into much more delicate regions such as the ear canal which can lead to much more serious problems down the line.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The easiest way of telling whether your cat is suffering from mange within the ear is by checking for any signs of bleeding or redness - this is a telltale sign that the mites have descended. This is one of the most serious problems associated with fleas, as you must take action or your cat faces losing its hearing permanently. What you should do as soon as you spot any signs of excessive ear scratching or inflamed skin is call your vet.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Most vets will begin treating cat mange within the ear with ear wax removal drops. These drops do exactly what they do for humans, which works against the mites as they feed on the cat's earwax. By flushing out all that excess wax, you should be able to send all those parasites packing their bags. Whatever the symptom you think your cat is developing, you should always get a second opinion from a professional. By consulting your vet, you at least have the peace of mind that your cat is either fine, or needs looking at more closely. It doesn't hurt to check, so always begin treating cat mange with a phone call to your local veterinarian.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;You can find a number of skin &amp;amp; coat [http://www.epetgroomingsupplies.com/skin-and-coat-products]care products for your pet at [http://www.epetgroomingsupplies.com]ePetGroomingSupplies.com&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Treating-Cat-Mange&amp;amp;id=4707277] Treating Cat Mange&lt;br&gt;</description>
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            <title>Home Remedies For Dog Mange</title>
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            <description>&lt;br&gt;By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Anne_Ming]Anne Ming &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Dog mange is one of the most miserable afflictions that can strike your dog. It's a contagious and persistently itchy skin disease brought on by parasitic mites burrowing under the skin. It must be treated as soon as you detect the symptoms. Otherwise the mange only gets worse. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The symptoms of dog mange include continuous itching, hair loss, dry and thickened skin with crusty scales, dry and wrinkled skin, unpleasantly strong skin odor, and blisters and sores. It's difficult to spot mange from the itching alone because dogs generally itch and scratch quite a bit. However, if you see them scratching too hard and more than usual, check them for mange. Keep an eye on the hair loss because this is a very common symptom. In addition to the thin hair, if your dog's skin is covered in sores and red blisters, he might have mange. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;There are different home remedies that you can use to give your dog some relief from these mange symptoms. First of all, bathe your dog. Even though he may have mange already, you can help prevent secondary infections just through keeping your dog clean. When you bathe him, it removes the dead and flaky skin. Give him some herbal supplements such as Echinacea, araginogalactans, and astragalus to strengthen the immune system of your dog. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;You can also apply topical remedies. Such things as aloe vera, vitamin E, or tea tree oil can be applied directly to the affected areas. These will provide symptomatic relief. Be careful to only choose remedies approved for topical application as some remedies can be toxic. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;As it's the mites living under the dog's skin that causes mange, killing the mites is the best way to treat this disease. This can be done by applying petroleum jelly several times a day to the affected areas. The mites will be suffocated by this. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Be sure to treat all of your pets because if your dog has mange and hangs out with your other pets, chances are, they've developed it as well. Dog mange can be serious and even deadly in extreme cases. Taking immediate action is the best thing you can do as soon as you notice your dog having symptoms.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Summary&lt;br&gt;Dog mange is a very serious condition caused by mites living under the skin and can be successfully treated with the use of home remedies.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Want to learn more about mange in dogs? On MangeInDogs.Net you can find articles about [http://www.mangeindogs.net]mange in dogs, [http://www.mangeindogs.net/treatment-for-mange-in-dogs]mange in dogs treatment methods and demodectic mange.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Home-Remedies-For-Dog-Mange&amp;amp;id=4552163] Home Remedies For Dog Mange&lt;br&gt;</description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2010 14:36:50 +0100</pubDate>
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            <title>Natural Home Remedies to Control Mange</title>
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            <description>&lt;br&gt;By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Anne_Ming]Anne Ming &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Many mammals suffer from a skin disease known as mange. Typically, it's caused by a mite burrowing under the skin. Mange seems to be most common in cats and dogs, although other animals can get it. There are several types of mange but, thankfully, just a few affect your pets. The mites cannot be seen with the naked eye but their effects can be seen quite clearly. Some mange appears to be dandruff and has a short lifespan. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;There are three main types of mange:&lt;br&gt;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Notoedric Mange: Scaly appearance on the skin that begins on the ears and spreads to affect the entire body without treatment. This type is more prevalent among dogs, cats, rabbits, and humans. &lt;br&gt;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Sarcoptic Mange: This type is most common in dogs and mostly attacks areas without hair. It's quite itchy and is sometimes called canine scabies. This mange may spread between cats and humans. &lt;br&gt;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Demodectic Mange: Hair follicles are typically most affected with this mange. This extremely itchy and hard to cure mange can spread over the whole body. However, early treatment brings some success.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The earlier treatment for mange is begun the better the chances of successfully getting rid of it. There are many shampoos, medications and injections to control mange but there are also home remedies that can work just as well without the chemicals. In addition to treatment, some cases of mange are so bad that shaving or quarantine is required to keep it from transmitting to other pets.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Some home remedies for mange include:&lt;br&gt;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Brush the animal's fur regularly. This helps remove scabs and skin. &lt;br&gt;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Ears can be especially uncomfortable when mange attacks. To treat inside of the ears, use two tablespoons of plain yogurt containing acidophilus and rub it inside the ears.&lt;br&gt;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; One tablespoon of unpasteurized apple cider vinegar added to your pet's meal will treat and reduce mange.&lt;br&gt;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; A highly effective home remedy to treat mange is to use a mixture of one percent hydrogen peroxide with borax and water. Dissolve completely and bathe your dog using this mixture at least one time each week. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Mange is a very uncomfortable condition for your pet and anything you can do to protect your pet from catching it is important. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Summary&lt;br&gt;Mange makes your dog or cat quite miserable and it's for this reason that you want to use home remedies to ward off the symptoms.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Want to learn more about mange in dogs? On MangeInDogs.Net you can find articles about [http://www.mangeindogs.net]mange in dogs, mange in dogs treatment methods and [http://www.mangeindogs.net/demodectic-mange]demodectic mange.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Natural-Home-Remedies-to-Control-Mange&amp;amp;id=4552191] Natural Home Remedies to Control Mange&lt;br&gt;</description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2010 14:34:51 +0100</pubDate>
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