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My dog is losing hair and I suspect mange. What can I do affordably?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed

I have 2 dogs that I believe have mange & are losing all there hair, but I cannot afford the vet right now. What should I do?

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 2nd, 2017

Poor pups. If they have been seen by a vet within the last 3-6 months, then their best option is to call that vet clinic and request either Bravecto or Nexgard flea/tick preventative. These preventatives can also treat for demodexx mites (not scabies) if given once every 1 (Nexgard) or 2 months (Bravecto). If you are unsure if your pets have demodexx versus scabies, then it is best to take them to a low cost clinic to at the very least get tested. Then a topical shampoo can be used to treat for any secondary bacterial infections and reduce the more numbers on the skin. The SynergyLabs Veterinary Formula Clinical Care Antiparasitic & Antiseborrheic Medicated Shampoo for Dogs can be tried. Best of luck!

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