Ear mites are a common parasitic disease in dogs, and dogs with hanging ears and long hair are most susceptible. So, how to judge whether the dog has ear mite parasitism, and how to effectively remove it?
What are ear mites?
Also known as ear mange, the English name is Otodectes cynotis, is a common ear parasite in cats and dogs. In most cases, it parasitizes the ear canal; in a few instances, it may also be found on the head, neck, and tail.
Signs of ear mites in dogs
As the name implies, ear mites are generally parasitic in the dog's ear canal. Infected dogs often feel itchy and scratch their ears, shake their heads frequently, and their ears may have red rashes or dark brown secretions, and even stink.
Diagnosed with ear mites
If the above situation occurs, the excrement shoveling officer should doubt whether the dog is infected by ear mites, and take the dog to the pet hospital in time to take ear wax secretions and then have a microscopic examination. Once the ear mites are confirmed by examination, they need to be treated as soon as possible.
Treatment of ear mites
1. Clean the ear canal
For special breeds such as teddy and bear, it is necessary to clean up the ear hair first, and then use appropriate amount of pet-specific ear washing water to clean up the dog's ear canal.
2. Apply the drug
Pet hospitals will prescribe drugs to dogs according to the situation of ear mite infection. Generally, Vik's ear drifting, ear skin spirit, etc. can be used. When ear mites are mixed with fungal and bacterial infections, other drugs need to be used together.
Note: Ear mites are a stubborn disease. The shoveling officer should insist on medication for dogs and pay attention to nursing after recovery to prevent recurrence.
Dog ear mites need to be paid attention to by the shoveling officer. Dog ears that neglect treatment will further infect and become inflamed and even affect hearing. Of course, it is also necessary to regularly use mite repellent products for dogs and maintain environmental hygiene.
