Curing a dog plagued by mange at home can be a fairly simple process that requires monitoring. Mange is caused by a parasite and has symptoms that include hair loss and severe itching. Using the common household items of borax, peroxide and petroleum jelly can help to cure the mange and offer results in very little time. Tailoring the dosage to your dog's size and sensitivity is an important part of the process.
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Diagnosing Mange
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Make sure it is mange your dog has before treating the dog unnecessarily for hair loss or itching. Itching can be caused by fleas or allergies. Hair loss also can result from allergies. Be certain it's mange by taking your dog to the vet. If that is not a possibility for you, check the affected areas. Most common areas for mange are the areas with less hair such as the belly, chest and elbows. Look for red bumps and red spots that appear to be almost bleeding.
Making the Solution
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Mix a solution to treat your dog. Make enough of the solution to cover your dog's body thoroughly with a bath and to apply to affected areas later. Use gloves to make the solution. In a bucket, combine warm water with borax. Keep dumping borax in until it won't dissolve quickly anymore. Stir it up. Add 3 or 4 ounces of peroxide to the solution. Completely wash the dog's body in the solution. Make a second solution of warm water, borax and peroxide to make a paste-like solution. Rub the paste all over her. Let the dog dry completely, preferably outdoors. Avoid rinsing the dog off. Rub petroleum jelly over the affected areas to smother the mites.
Watch for Progess
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Monitor healing in your pup. The dog should display less redness or none at all within 24 hours. Hair should grow back in areas that were completely bald. Repeat within the week to make sure the healing is complete, especially if results are not forthcoming. Return to the vet if the solution is not effective.
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