Replied by Lesley (Ely, Nevada) on 08/31/2009
I use organic olive oil-soaked QTips for ear mites, which is very effective.
However, I have 11 cats that got mange from a stray I introduced into the household. I tried three courses of Ivermectin with only temporary success. I tried Sulfur/Lime dip on the tame kitty, with limited success. What seems to help the most (requiring a knowledgeable classical homeopathic vet) is a homeopathic remedy (very specific to the particular animal), combined with immune boosting (4Life Feline Complete, in my case), and a lot of organic, 10- 15% fat (max) ground sirloin, mixed 1/2 and 1/2 with organic vegetable puree (steamed broccoli, organic carrot, and organic peas lightly steamed) given as long as the animal craves it. I am still fighting the mange to a certain extent, but most of the cats have significantly improved. I also clean their ears with olive oil-soaked QTips once a week or so, when I see black inside.
I have one kitty tame enough to tolerate the borax/hydrogen peroxide solution, but am nervous about using it, since I cannot immerse him; he is 18 years old, diabetic, and I can't risk his catching a cold. Any help anyone can give me would be sincerely appreciated. You can also respond through ranimalsonline.com (if it is permitted to convey this information to the reader. Thanks so much.
