Electronic Theses and Dissertation

Studi ini mengkaji metode penanganan dan perawatan scabies pada kucing Persia di Klinik Hewan Dinas Peternakan Aceh. Scabies, penyakit kulit menular yang disebabkan oleh tungau Sarcoptes scabiei, menimbulkan gejala gatal parah, peradangan, dan risiko infeksi sekunder. Kucing Persia, dengan karakteristik kulit sensitif dan bulu panjangnya, memerlukan pendekatan terapeutik yang spesifik. Metodologi penelitian mencakup diagnosis presisi melalui pemeriksaan klinis dan skin scraping untuk mengidentifikasi agen penyebab. Regimen pengobatan yang diterapkan meliputi agen antiparasit (ivermectin, selamectin) melalui injeksi, aplikasi topikal (Virgin Coconut Oil/VCO), serta medikasi oral (griseofulvin, cetirizine, curcuma), dilengkapi dengan perawatan kulit menggunakan sampo antiseptik. Perawatan suportif, seperti memastikan asupan nutrisi dan hidrasi yang memadai, serta pemberian obat pereda gatal/antiinflamasi, juga menjadi bagian integral. Keberhasilan terapi sangat bergantung pada pemantauan rutin dan kepatuhan pemilik. Hasil observasi selama dua belas hari menunjukkan keberhasilan penanganan yang komprehensif, ditandai dengan hilangnya keropeng dan regenerasi bulu. Pencegahan kekambuhan ditekankan melalui sanitasi lingkungan dan pemeriksaan kesehatan berkala. Disimpulkan bahwa sinergi antara diagnosis tepat, pengobatan efektif, perawatan kulit, dukungan nutrisi, dan manajemen lingkungan merupakan kunci untuk pemulihan optimal dan menjaga kualitas hidup kucing Persia.
Kata Kunci: Scabies, Kucing Persia, Sarcoptes scabiei, Penanganan, Perawatan, Klinik Hewan Dinas Peternakan Aceh.

This study investigates the management and care strategies for scabies in Persian cats at the Aceh Livestock Service Animal Clinic. Scabies, a contagious dermatological condition caused by Sarcoptes scabiei mite infestation, manifests as intense pruritus, inflammation, and potential secondary infections. Due to their sensitive skin and long coats, Persian cats necessitate a tailored therapeutic approach. The research methodology involves precise diagnosis through clinical assessment and skin scraping to identify the causative mites. The treatment regimen comprises antiparasitic agents (ivermectin, selamectin) administered via injection, topical application (Virgin Coconut Oil/VCO), and oral medication (griseofulvin, cetirizine, curcuma), complemented by skin care utilizing antiseptic shampoo. Supportive measures, such as ensuring adequate nutrition and hydration, alongside the provision of antipruritic/anti-inflammatory drugs, are also integral. Treatment efficacy is highly contingent on consistent monitoring and owner adherence. Results from a twelve-day comprehensive management period demonstrated successful recovery, evidenced by the resolution of scabs and new fur growth. Relapse prevention is underscored through environmental sanitation and routine health checks. This study concludes that a synergistic combination of accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, diligent skin care, nutritional support, and environmental management is paramount for the optimal recovery and sustained well-being of Persian cats. Keywords: Scabies, Persian Cat, Sarcoptes scabiei, Management, Treatment, Aceh Livestock Service Animal Clinic.