Studies on Mite Infection in Dog and Its Control with Special Reference to Demodicosis
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1997
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Birsa Agricultural University, Ranchi
Abstract
The sarcoptes scabiei infestation was observed more 41 (19.09%) whereas Demodex canis was less 21(6.70%) different breeds of dogs.
The mite infestation was recorded highest (27.36) in 6-12 months of age group as compared to other age groups.
The males were more susceptible (21.83%) to the mites infestation than females (17.26%).
Further study revealed that infestation was more common during winter season (22.95%) as compared to other seasons.
Dogs reared under good management condition, the occurrence of infestation was less (15.38%). The localised infection of demodicosis was observed more (4.15%) than generalized condition (2.55%).
Hematological study in experimentally infected pups revealed lower value of hemoglobin concentration and packed cell volume whereas differential leucocyte count showed lymphocytosis and eosinophilia. The biochemical profiles study indicated the increase in the value of globulin where as decrease in cholesterol, total lipid and albumin was observed.