Identification

• Sarcoptic mange is skin condition caused by mites. These are the same mites that cause scabies in humans.
  
  

Infection

• Sarcoptic mange can be passed from one dog to another through casual contact. Humans can transmit sarcoptic mange by handling an infected dog. If they touch another dog without washing carefully, mange spreads.
  
  

Function of Mites

• These mites are parasites. They live on humans and dogs and chew into the skin. This results in itching and open sores. The sores can lead to secondary infections.
  
  

Human Infection

• Sarcoptic mange is highly contagious to humans and dogs. In humans it is called scabies. Keep children away from any dog suspected of having mange.
  
  

Preventing Sarcoptic Mange

• Cleanliness is imperative to keeping sarcoptic mange at bay. Bedding and kennels should be kept clean and dry. Using a year round flea treatment containing ivermeticin will kill sarcoptic mange mites before they become a problem.