Ear Mites & Symptoms To Care For Dogs & Cats.
Posted by: Rebecca Foxton in Family, tags: FamilyEar mite infections are a big problem for both cats and dogs. If you watch your cat or dog and notice some changes in behavior it could be that your pet has ear mite problems.
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.
So who are these tiny pests, the ear mites? They are minute parasites that live in the lining of the ear canal.
Feeding on blood, they bite through the lining of the ear, which creates swelling and discomfort for your animal.
If you don’t treat an ear mite infection, secondary problems may set in, including yeast or bacterial infections, sores, blood clots, and surgery.
In the worst case scenario, an untreated ear mite problem may result in loss of hearing.
Bad news if you have more than one pet too as ear mites can be passed from one animal to another.
Ear mite infections are a particular problem in places where there are large numbers of animals, such as pounds, boarding kennels and breeders.
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.
Ear mites can be dispatched easily and quickly. The first issue to to keep the ears clean - this is where products such as PNP Healthy Ears Ear Cleanser for Dogs can help, as its gentle cleaning properties will remove debris, wax and dust from the animal’s ears.
Ideal for post-swimming, and mild enough for regular use, this Cleanser comes with a special nozzle, making it clean and easy to use.
Alternatively try 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.
Formulated with anti-bacterial and anti-fungal components, infections are kept at bay. They come in a convenient container which means clean and easy storage and no waste.
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.
Gimborn R-7M Ear Mite Treatment for Pets is a good choice for severe problems.
This is a good solution for mite problems as it contains an active but natural ingredient which kills mites. Because of its effective nature, breeders and show people swear by it.
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.
Seven days of treatment should resolve a nasty case of ear mites, but double it for repeated ear mite issues.
Your pet’s ears don’t have to be a problems with so many high grade products on the market.
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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