Infestation with the nasal mite does not usually cause any serious symptoms, however in severe cases, some dogs will suffer from bouts of sneezing and nose bleeds. Other dogs may develop a chronic nasal discharge from the infection.
If the infection causes symptoms, the mite may be identified by your veterinarian by taking a swab of the nasal passage and applying it to a microscope slide. There are usually a large number of mites visible on the slide if an active infection is present. Rhinoscopy, nasal flushing, radiographs, nasal biopsy, and routine blood testing may also be necessary to help diagnose the condition.
Veterinary expenses can vary widely for a variety of reasons, however, nasal mite infection can usually be treated for less than $300.
Pets with nasal mites should recover with proper treatment. The pet should be separated from other pets until the condition has been treated to reduce the risk of further infestation. In cases where symptoms do not resolve with treatment, your veterinarian may do additional diagnostics to determine if a concurrent respiratory disease is present.
The pet should be monitored for resolution of signs. A follow-up examination may be recommended to ensure the parasite has been eradicated.
Prevention includes keeping your dog out of contact with infected or stray dogs.
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