Abstract
Canine scabies is a parasitic disease, caused by the Sarcoptes scabiei mite, which causes intense itching and is very contagious. The mite affects domestic dogs, but transmission to other species such as the crab-eating fox (Cerdocyon thous) may occur. The objective of this work is to report on the treatment of scabies and nutritional management in a female crab-eating fox that presented severe malnutrition. For the treatment of scabies, doramectin was used for systemic treatment, and 2% benzoyl peroxide shampoo for topical use. For the correction of malnutrition, a diet was calculated using the Functional Pet® software. Systemic treatment was effective in eliminating the mites after the first drug application and topical treatment restored integumentary health after the second therapeutic bath. The animal was signed off for release after 56 days of treatment.
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