My dog has sarcoptic mange. When will mites be gone and skin heal?

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My dog was diagnosed with sarcoptic mange. He was given a dose of Nexguard on Friday. He seems to be a little better, but is still itching and looks awful. When will the mites be totally gone? Should I bring him for a bath to get rid of the flaky and dead skin? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 5 years and 2 months old | 42 lbs

Laura Bailey, DVM · Accepted Answer

A good bath followed by a sulfur lyme dip once a week should help speed things up. Sometimes dogs that have scabies also have a secondary bacterial and/or fungal infection. Systemic antibiotic and/or antifungal therapy is necessary to treat the skin if a secondary infection is present. Once treated appropriately, It usually takes 4-8 wks for all of the hair to grow back/mites gone. I would have a veterinarian look at his skin and prescribe you the appropriate treatment. Most veterinary clinics have the sulfur lyme dip as well. Hope this has helped. Good luck and thanks for using pet coach.

My dog has sarcoptic mange. When will mites be gone and skin heal?

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