Red Fox
Red Fox
Health Issues Which May Affect This Animal
What Causes This Disease?
Warts in animals are caused by Papillomaviruses.Where Is The Disease Found?
Warts are common on many species of animals throughout North America. Warts have been documented on the skin of moose, deer and elk throughout Idaho.Signs of Disease
Warts can be found any part of the body, but are more common on the head, face and neck. In deer, the warts appear as dark lumps that vary in size from 0.5 to 6 inches in diameter. There may occur as single or multiple warts and their surface texture may be rough or smooth. Affected animals are usually in good body condition. In coyotes and wolves, the warts occur on the lips and mouth and affected animals are usually thin or emaciated.Read More About Papillomas (Warts)
What Causes This Disease?
Sarcoptic mange is caused by a mite, Sarcoptes scabiei var canis. The mites burrow into the skin, mate and lay eggs. The eggs hatch and grow into adult mites in approximately 2 weeks.Where Is The Disease Found?
Sarcoptic mange is found throughout North America, including Idaho.Signs of Disease
Animals infected with sarcoptic mange typically scratch excessively and have moderate to severe hair loss. The itching often results in excoriations of the skin and oozing of serum which creates crusts over the skin. The affected skin appears dry, flaky, thickened, and wrinkled. Some animals may appear weak and thin and some may die from secondary infections. Infected animals tend to be more visible in fall and winter.Read More About Sarcoptic Mange
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