Demodex remedy for Dogs

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Kenabriz, Inc.

Demodex Remedy for Dogs

Demodectic mange or demodicosis is caused by a microscopic mite that is a natural inhabitant of the skin. With dogs, the microscopic mite called Demodex Canis is transferred from mother to pup during the first days after birth. In general, older dogs are not bothered by the mites because the dog builds an immune system that prevents the skin from deteriorating to a point where the mites proliferate and infest the dogs skin either locally or in large patches, and in some severe cases, the entire body.

Local demodicosis usually shows up in small patches on the face or around the eyes, and Demodectic Pedodermatitis shows up as an infection of the paws. When local infestation occurs, it can proliferate to larger patches and can migrate to other areas of the dogs skin if not treated.

Puppies are the most susceptible to the mite infestation while they are building an immune system during their first several weeks after birth. In some instances, the immune system is not fully developed until about 1 1/2 years, at which time the dog's fully developed immune system will help the dog recover from Demodicosis without the need for intensive and long term treatments.

Most Demodicosis occurs in young dogs under the age of one and a half. Older dogs in general, do not get get Demodicosis unless they have an underlying problem with their immune system. Other hidden conditions such as cancer, kidney or liver disease, or suppressed hormone imbalance is associated with the developement of Demodicosis, and an older dog should be checked for these serious conditions should an outbreak occur.

In the treatment of Demodectic Mange, Ivermectin is the Veterinarian's first choice even though is has not been approved by the FDA - Food and Drug Administration.

http://www.vetmed.wsu.edu/depts-vcpl
According to Washington State University's College of Veterinary Medicine "Some breeds of dogs are more sensitive to certain drugs compared to other breeds. For example, Collies, Australian Shepherds and other breeds are often more sensitive to the antiparasitic drug, ivermectin.

The Veterinary Clinical Pharmacology Laboratory at Washington State University's College of Veterinary Medicine have led to the discovery of the cause of multi-drug sensitivity in affected dogs. The problem is due to a mutation in the multi-drug resistance gene (MDR1). This gene encodes a protein, P-glycoprotein, that is responsible for pumping many drugs and other toxins out of the brain. Dogs with the mutant gene can not pump some drugs out of the brain as a normal dog would, which may result in abnormal neurologic signs. The result may be an illness requiring an extended hospital stay--or even death.

Approximately 3 of every 4 Collies in the United States have the mutant MDR1 gene. The frequency is about the same in France and Australia, so it is likely that most Collies worldwide have the mutation. The MDR1 mutation has also been found in Shetland Sheepdogs (Shelties). Australian Shepherds, Old English Sheepdogs, German Shepherds, Long-haired Whippets, Silken Windhounds, and a variety of mixed breed dogs.
The only way to know if an individual dog has the mutant MDR1 gene is to have the dog tested. As more dogs are tested, more breeds will probably be added to the list of affected breeds.

To find out about testing your dog, go to: http://www.vetmed.wsu.edu/depts-vcpl/test.aspx
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Clinical Description: The proliferation of demodectic mites due to a compromised immune system.

The normal veterinary treatment of Demodex (demodectic mange) includes Ivermectin, by mouth or injection, medicated shampoos and antibiotics: Ivermectin and shampoos to kill the mites, and antibiotics to treat or prevent skin infection.

These treatments are all fine for treating what we at Kenabriz have found to be a symptom of an underlying disease, which is easy to treat and control. We have been treating Demodex as a symptom of a vitamin deficiency and when clients give their dogs the recommended doses of our remedy of vitamins and herbs, the success rate in dogs and puppies is phenomenal. When clients realize that Demodex is a symptom of a disease, and they treat the disease as prescribed, the symptoms, including the proliferation of demodectic mites disappear.

(Notes: This product is for dogs only. It has not been tested on cats or other animals.)