Don't be so quick to get mad at the breeder. The red mange parasite is on almost all dogs. Sometimes the immune system of a puppy is unable to adequately control the mite, or the pup reacts unusually to the mite, and thus you have the problem. Not really the breeders fault. That being said, this tendancy towards problems with red mange does run in families, and the breeder should be made aware of what is happening, so that she can either stop breeding that dam, or at very least change the sire.
Also, be very wary of any "dips". These are not usually effective against red mange, and CAN VERY SERIOUSLY DAMAGE THE HEALTH OF CHIHUAHUAS, who happen to be especially sensitive to the dip. I know a chihuahua that has severe lifelong neurological problems caused by an ill-advised "dip". He staggers around like a little FRANKENSTEIN! (He is a good fellow regardless.) Do some research- symptomatic relief, immune support, good nutrition, and TIME is often the best treatment. --- In Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com, Jasmine McDaniel <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I took baby to the vet and it turns out that she has heredity mange. I am so mad b/c I know the breeder knew this since it comes from the mother, and she didn't even warn me. Nonetheless, I am greatful I am the one who bought her since I can afford to take care of her properly. I am glad that I took her to the vet when I did. So, if anyone ever notice hair loss, please take your chi to the vet asap. > > I posted pics of baby!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! > > __________________________________________________ > Do You Yahoo!? > Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around > http://mail.yahoo.com > " Lets talk about our wonderful little friends! Join today! " Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Chihuahuas/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Chihuahuas/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
