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My dog's mange isn't improving after weeks of treatment. What now?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American English Coonhound | Male | unneutered | 7 months old | 50 lbs

My pup had demonic mange I've been given him ivrmec 1/2 cc for the last 21 days but not really getting any better any advice

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Answered By Jacqueline Nobles, DVM, DACVECC

Veterinarian, Board-Certified Emergency/Critical Care Specialist

Published on May 21st, 2017

You need to have him examined again and treated for any concurrent skin infections which may be fungal or bacterial. Follow up with your veterinarian to discuss skin cytology and testing for ringworm.

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