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==Pathology==
==Pathology==
==Treatment==
==Treatment==
Localised demodicosis in young dogs will often resolve spontaneously.
Amitraz (Aludex) should be used as a dip weekly until there is a resolution of clinical signs and skin scrapes are negative for the mite. It is advised to treat with benzoyl peroxide shampoo prior to amitraz treatment to increase exposure of the mites to the amitraz.
A spot on treatment containing imidacloprid and moxidectin (advocate) is also licenced to treat demodicosis.
Any pyoderma present on the animal must also be treated.
If the amitraz and imidacloprid-moxidecin combinations are ineffective ivermectin or milbemycin csan be given daily. this treatment is off-licence and requires informed owner consent as well as monitoring for signs of neurological side effects.
==Prognosis==
==Prognosis==
==References==
==References==