Demodectic mange in dogs
A skin disease caused by overgrowth of Demodex mites that normally live harmlessly on the skin, usually when immunity is low. It causes hair loss, redness and scaly patches, and can become widespread and secondarily infected.
3 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Demodectic mange, including Toy Fox Terrier, Neapolitan Mastiff, Cane Corso. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 8.1 to 12.9 years.
Demodectic mange in dogs: quick facts
- Type
- skin condition
- Breeds affected
- 3 of the 155 breeds we track
- Severity (as scored)
- Standard hereditary condition
Plain-English definitions of these terms are on the glossary. On the Breed Health Score, Demodectic mange is weighted as a standard hereditary condition within a breed's overall burden. This describes how our data weights the condition, not a diagnosis.
Breeds commonly associated with Demodectic mange (3), ranked by health score
Related skin conditions
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Note. Breed associations are compiled from RVC VetCompass / AKC / PDSA and are indicative, not a diagnosis or veterinary advice. Browse all conditions or the breed directory.