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'''Breed predilections''':

'''Breed predilections''':

Demodicosis is usually a disease of short haired dogs and is more common in pedigree breeds. Within [[Canine Breeds - WikiNormals|dog breeds]], the Staffordshire bull terrier, German Shepherd dog, Old English Sheepdog, Collies and dalmations are at risk. Additionally within [[Feline Breeds - WikiNormals|cat breeds]] it has been reported that there is an increased incidence in Siamese and Burmese cats.

Demodicosis is usually a disease of short haired dogs and is more common in pedigree breeds. Within [[Canine Breeds - WikiNormals|dog breeds]], the Staffordshire bull terrier, German Shepherd dog, Old English sheepdog, Collies and Dalmations are at risk. Additionally within [[Feline Breeds - WikiNormals|cat breeds]] it has been reported that there is an increased incidence in Siamese and Burmese cats.

'''Age predilections''':

'''Age predilections''':

    

    

==Diagnosis==

==Diagnosis==

History and clinical signs will often indicate demodicosis. Deep skin scraping reveal[[Demodex| Demodex]] mites, eggs and larval forms in high numbers. Hair plucks can also demonstrate mites microscopically.  

History and clinical signs will often indicate demodicosis. Deep skin scraping reveals[[Demodex| Demodex]] mites, eggs and larval forms in high numbers. Hair plucks can also demonstrate mites microscopically.  

In all cases of adult onset demodicosis a detailed history and medical investigation must be undertaken to identify an underlying systemic disease.  

In all cases of adult onset demodicosis a detailed history and medical investigation must be undertaken to identify an underlying systemic disease.