Instructions
Bathe your dog with a mild medicated shampoo. Visit a pet store and select a shampoo that helps to treat mange created by mites. Follow the directions as to how often to repeat the treatment; often it will require you to bathe your dog at least once a week. Many medicated shampoos will reduce itchy skin by killing any live mites that are causing mange. Contact your veterinarian before using a medicated shampoo if your dog has open sores, as the treatment may be painful.
Visit your veterinarian, who will run a skin-scraping test on your dog to determine that the problem is mange caused by mites. Occasionally a dog may have severe dry skin that causes him to itch and lose his hair. You may even notice dandruff occurring on its back. Your vet will most likely bath your dog with a special medicated dip and then prescribe a shampoo, topical creams and antibiotics. Continue any medications at home as directed and visit your vet for a follow up visit if requested.
Wash all of your dog's bedding in hot water with laundry detergent or bleach. If your dog lies on a blanket, the mites may be laying eggs in it. Some mites may also use people as hosts, so if your dog sleeps in your bed, wash all of your linens as well. For additional precaution, vacuum your home and mop your floors.
How to Kill Mange Mites on Dogs
Mites are tiny bugs that can infest your dog. When mites find a host, they will burrow into the fur and bite the dog. The dog will begin to scratch and bite at its skin, which eventually may create open sores, skin infections or hair loss. Look for small red bumps on your dog's skin, try to notice if your dog seems to be scratching more frequently, is beginning to lose hair, or has sores. In most cases, the face, ears and the area right above the tail are affected first. Mange often takes multiple treatments to clear up so do not become frustrated. The earlier you are able to notice mange mites, the more easily you will be able to treat them.