Ear infections are an extremely common medical condition in both dogs and cats. These infections are typically caused by yeast, bacteria, ear mites, or foreign objects (such as foxtails/grass awns); however, they can also be associated with underlying medical conditions including allergies and hypothyroidism. While most infections are concentrated in the external region (pinna) [...]
Most frequently caused by the mite Otodectes cynotis and referred to as otodectic mange, these mites are more common in cats than in dogs. Young animals are the most likely to be affected by these mites and become infected through close direct contact with another affected animal. While the mites live out a majority of [...]
WHAT ARE EAR MITES? Ear mites are tiny organisms resembling microscopic ticks. The mite can just barely be seen as a small white dot with the naked eye but usually must be detected under a microscope. Infestation usually produces a characteristic dry black ear discharge commonly said to resemble coffee grounds. Most ear mite cases are found [...]