Mange is a skin disease caused by parasitic mites that can affect both kittens and cats. Mites are tiny, external parasites that can lead to severe irritation of the skin or ears which can significantly impact your cat’s quality of life.
Types of mange in cats
There are two main types of mange in cats:
How do cats get mange?
What does mange look like on a cat? The signs of mange vary depending on the type of mite involved:
Many of the signs of mange in cats can be caused by other skin conditions, such as allergic skin disease, so it is important to consult your vet to confirm the diagnosis.
Thankfully, there are effective treatments available to treat mange in cats. NexGard SPECTRA® Spot-On for Cats is highly effective at treating ear mite infestations and notoedric mange.
Monthly treatment with NexGard SPECTRA® protects cats against ear mites and notoedric mange, as well as fleas, ticks, heartworm, lungworm and intestinal worms (including tapeworms). It provides the most complete parasite protection, all in one easy, monthly application
Can humans get mange from cats?
The mites that cause notoedric mange in cats can also infest humans. The main symptom of these cat mites on humans is intensely itchy skin lesions which are temporary and will resolve if the cat is treated or the person has no further contact with it.
Is mange contagious in cats?
Yes, both ear mite infestations and notoedric mange are contagious and can spread easily between cats. Ear mites can also spread between cats and dogs.
Does mange go away on it’s own?
No, mange will not resolve on its own but luckily there are effective treatments available for cats with mites and mange. NexGard SPECTRA® Spot-On for Cats is highly effective at treating ear mite infestations and notoedric mange.
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