My dog has demodex. Should he avoid sun? What helps him heal faster?

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My dog is diagnosed with canine demodex and we are treating him with amitraz and benzoyl peroxide cream plus omega 3 We took him today again to the vet and he recomanded us to wash him everyday with medical shampo and after it to put a type of cream (in the picture below) Is it better for him to stay inside or outside in the sun And i also wanted any other advice to help him heal faster. Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | neutered | 4 months and 9 days old | 22 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Amitraz (Mitaban) is one of 3 recommended treatments for demodecosis. It is applied every other week for 6 to 8 weeks or until there are 2 consecutive negative skin scrapes. The other two treatments are ivermectin injectable or oral given daily and Interceptor preventative administered daily. Both are administered for 6-8 weeks as well or when there are 2 consecutive negative skin scrapes. Protecting him from excess sunlight, which may cause sunburn on bare skin, is indeed recommended. Keep him in the shade, indoors or limit outside activity. An essential fatty acid supplement, such as a fish oil, may promote healthy skin and coat. Demodex infection may take months to fully resolve.

My dog has demodex. Should he avoid sun? What helps him heal faster?

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