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EAR MITES

 

Ear mites (Otodectes cynotis) are very small crab-like parasites found in the ears of animals. These parasites are very common in pets, especially those who go outdoors. Pets that are affected by ear mites will become uncomfortable and itchy. Ear mites are easy to see, too. A pet that has ear mites will have what looks like oily black dirt inside the ear. These parasites live in the ear canal, just on the surface. The ear mites feed on tissue and debris inside the ear.

If you notice your pet scratching their ears or shaking their head and see dirty ears, it is likely that you pet is suffering from ear mites. It is important to treat your pet for these parasites. They are highly contagious among pets and if you have multiple pets, it can spread quickly. If one of your pets gets ear mites, carefully check all of your pets for this problem. Also, ear mites can be passed to and from other species. Ear mites can also affect humans, so treatment is essential.

Ear mites can cause inflammation in the ears. If they are left untreated, these pesky parasites can lead to bacterial and yeast infections and can rupture the eardrum. Many times, ruptured ear drums in pets can lead to seizures and eventually deafness. If you suspect that your pet has ear mites, take your pet to the vet. There are treatments that can help your pet get rid of the ear mites.

The best prevention of ear mites is to keep pets indoors and to treat your pet regularly with flea prevention. There are several types of flea prevention treatments. These are usually given to your pet once a month and will kill fleas, eggs and prevent ear mites. Treating just the ears is usually not enough to get rid of ear mites. Because ear mites can survive off of the pet, it will be necessary to treat your home, the pet’s fur and the environment, such as bedding, where your pet spends a lot of time.

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