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It’s kind of the ultimate insult for a dog: mangy mutt. We all know what a mutt is, but what, exactly, is mange anyway?
Actually, there are three types of mange—sarcoptic, demodectic and cheyletiella—and they occur when microscopic mites invade a dog’s skin. Mange is a disease in which mites attack in large numbers and reproduce massively on dogs’ skin, writes Mange-in-dogs.com.
Mange can be generalized, meaning a dog’s entire body is infected, or localized, which means that the mites are concentrated in specific areas. Generally, that occurs in the areas of the body that have little to no hair, such as the ears, belly, elbows, armpits, and feet.
Mange is a serious disease, which can lead to other health conditions and even death in some instances. Although infections can range in degrees of severity, it’s best to get all dogs showing signs of the disease to the veterinarian to clear everything up as soon as possible.
