Ear Mites In Your Pets Ears Can Harm Them

EAR MITES COMMON TO DOGS AND CATS

Ear mites are common to both dogs and cats but are more commonly diagnosed in cats. So, what is an ear mite? Ear mites (Otodectes cynotis) are tiny crab-like parasites which live on the surface of the skin lining in the ear canal of dogs and cats. More commonly, younger animals are susceptible to ear mites but it is not uncommon for older animals to also be affected. The adult ear mites feed off the wax in the animals ears which causes chronic itchiness and creates a black crusty substance in the ear. With ear mite infections, often there are secondary infections with bacteria or yeast. Ear mite infestation should be treated quickly because left unattended there is risk of bacterial infection and possible hearing loss.

• Excessive and continuous scratching around ears
• Increased ear wax
• Head shaking
• Black crusty material in ears
• Foul smelling odor coming from ears

• Regularly observe your pet and check your pet's ears for above symptoms
• Have your animal examined by your vet if your suspect ear mite infestation
• If medication is prescribed, give your pet the entire course of the prescription
• Treat other animals in your household because ear mites are highly contagious.
• Treat the pet's environment for mites because ear mites have been found to survive off the pet

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