Dr. Bindra's Multispeciality Veterinary

A few days back there was a pet who came in our clinic with irritation in his ear when doctor checked with otoscope there are many ear mites in his ears. What are Ear Mites? Ear mites are a common parasite in both dogs and cats. The mites are microscopic and infectious organisms which are like tiny white dots in appearance but can barely be seen with the naked eye. Detection under a microscope is normally required to confirm their presence. How do u know your dog or cat has ear mites? An ear mite infection will cause your dog’s ears to itch, which often results in them shaking their head excessively, or scratching at their ears with their paws. Ear mites can also produce wax and irritation, so your pet’s ears may well look red and inflamed. Typically, ear mites will also cause a dry black ear discharge. There may also be an unusual odour. How to diagnose ear mites in pet? Ear mites are tiny and inhabit the ear canals. So, how are owners supposed to diagnose ear mites in dogs? It is imp...