Symptoms of Dog Ear Mites

Dog ear mites symptoms:

• Shaking head
• Black or brown ear discharge
• Frequent itching and scratching of the ears
• Odor in the ear canal

To diagnose dog ear mites, collect ear canal secretions for microscope examination. Treatment usually involves using medications containing compounds such as furaltan. Clean the ear canal thoroughly before applying medication. Prevention includes regular deworming and ear cleaning.

Signs of ear mites in dogs:

• Head shaking
• Dark brown or black ear discharge with a foul smell

Diagnosis requires taking the dog to a veterinarian for an ear canal secretion examination under a microscope. Live mites can be seen under the lens. To check for mites at home, place collected secretions on a dark background. Live mites appear as small white moving spots. But肉眼观察并不准确，建议就医检查。

• Noticeable itching
• Hair loss around the ears due to scratching
• Middle ear inflammation and deafness in severe cases

When cleaning the dog's ears, it may kick frequently due to itching. It's important to differentiate between ear mites and earwax. Earwax usually has less discharge, is light yellow in color, and has no odor. The ear canal is dry, and it's easy to wipe off with a tissue.

Ear mite prevention:

• Regular deworming
• Clean and dry the ear canals

Ear mites are caused by external ear inflammation due to the parasite寄生于外耳道。 The irritation caused by the mites' movement leads to local inflammation, leakage of skin secretions, thickening, and formation of crusts. Diagnose and treat promptly to avoid permanent hearing loss.

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