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==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 [http://drupal.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk/ 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 [[Ectoparasiticides|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