Forage Mites - Donkey
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Forage mite (an incidental and occasional clinically significant parasite). (Image courtesy of The Donkey Sanctuary)
Introduction
Forage mites are found in livestock bedding and stored foods. They produce disease by inoculating or depositing irritant substances on the skin. Outbreaks of infection have occurred at The Donkey Sanctuary following use of certain batches of straw.
Clinical Signs
- Irritation usually occurs in the lower limbs and is treated using pour-on preparations
Diagnosis
The same as that for the horse.
Treatment
- Application of topical pyrethrins has proved effective. All affected straw should be burned.
References
- Trawford, A. and Getachew, M. (2008) Parasites In Svendsen, E.D., Duncan, J. and Hadrill, D. (2008) The Professional Handbook of the Donkey, 4th edition, Whittet Books, Chapter 6
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