Association between infestation by (Acari: Lystrophoridae) and the occurrence of Feline Eosinophilic Granuloma Complex.

are mites commonly found within domestic feline hair stems. The infested animal presents an opaque fur with a "salt and pepper" aspect. The contamination may occur by direct contact with other infected animals or by fomites, and the main diagnostic tool is the direct examination of the fur.