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A Case Report of Cheyletiella Infestation on a Terrier Dog in Tabriz, Iran
M.H. Movassagh Ghazani , A.R. Karami , J. Dolgharisharf , M. Khajeh and K. Najafian

Abstract: This study is a clinical case report of Cheyletiella infestation on a white terrier dog born and raised in Tabriz, Iran. The dog was referred to small animal clinic of Islamic Azad University, Tabriz Branch. In clinical examination of a 2 years old female Terrier, multiple white dandruff-like flakes were seen on the hair coat, especially over the neck. The dog was in good physical condition except the coat appeared to be somewhat dry. Microscopic examination of a skin by tape impression method revealed an infestation of Cheyletiella yasguri.

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M.H. Movassagh Ghazani , A.R. Karami , J. Dolgharisharf , M. Khajeh and K. Najafian , 2008. A Case Report of Cheyletiella Infestation on a Terrier Dog in Tabriz, Iran. Journal of Animal and Veterinary Advances, 7: 1204-1206.

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