Dog Ear Mites & Solutions To Care For Pets Ears.
Ear Mites affect both dogs and cats. Behavioral changes will give your the clues that your are dealing with an ear mite infection.
Symptoms of an ear mite infestation include shaking of the head vigorously, repeated scratching of the ears, some brown colored discharge, possibly some malodor and apparent pain when the ears are touched.
You are probably asking what an ear mite is. Deep in the ear canal is the home of small parasites known as ear mites.
The ear swells and becomes painful as they bite through the skin to get at the blood supply.
Left undetected or untreated you are probably looking at more problems, with opportunistic yeast infections, bacterial strains, sores and painful scabs to contend with.
In the worst case scenario, an untreated ear mite problem may result in loss of hearing.
Ear mites are like fleas - they will easily find another host if one is available.
This is especially bad news as an ear mite infection in one animal in a kennel or cattery can spread like wildfire throughout the whole community.
Treat all animals at the same time to ensure you don’t get repeated re-infections.
Although both dogs and cats may contract ear mites, you should take special car if you are the proud owner of a spaniel as their glorious long haired long ears are especially attractive to ear mites.
Luckily there are treatments to help get rid and prevent ear mite infections. PNP Healthy Ears Ear Cleanser for Dogs is made from a range of mild and gentle components that softly rid the ear of dirt and wax and other discharge from the ear.
Ideal for post-swimming, and mild enough for regular use, this Cleanser comes with a special nozzle, making it clean and easy to use.
Another ear cleaner option is Lambert Kay Ear Rite Insecticidal Ear Wash.
Ideal for cleaning the outer surfaces of the ear, it makes your dog’s ears less hospitable for opportunistic infections. For dry ears, ClearQuest Ear Powder comes strongly recommended.
It will get rid of any odor problems and will keep ears dry, leading to fewer yeast-type infections.
ClearQuest also make Ear Wipes - a quick and convenient way to keep your cat or dog’s ears clean and healthy.
Made with anti-bacterial and anti-fungal ingredients, these wipes will stop any yeast or bacterial infection in its tracks. They are quick and simple to use, come in a tidy resealable container, so every time you get a perfect wipe.
Nature lovers might like Dr Golds Extra Gentle Ear Therapy for dogs and cats to cleanse their pet’s ears.
Be amazed how quickly this product will neutralize the odor from yeast and mite infections, and feel reassured that the product also disinfects with added natural ingredients such as Witch hazel and Tea Tree Oil.
If you want to bring in something stronger, reach for Gimborn R-7M Ear Mite Treatment for Pets.
With a natural substance that kills mites, it will speedily resolve your pet’s mite problems. This product comes strongly recommended from breeder and people who show dogs.
If the situation has gotten really bad and your are struggling to cope with repeated or severe infections you need something with some punch, such as Zymox OTIC Solution with and without Hydrocortisone.
Use once a day for seven days for acute symptoms and double the time for chronic infections.
As you see there are plenty of products available to keep your pet’s ears clean and mite free.
Keep your eyes open for the first signs of ear mites and deal with the infection before it becomes a problem.
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