Ear mites affect both dogs and cats. However, the most common victim of ear mite
infestations are kittens. Ear mites are
microscopic creatures. Under the
microscope, they resemble a tick. These
little creatures will set up residence inside the kitten’s ear canal. The mites crawl around inside the ear causing
the kitten constant irritation. The most
common symptom the kitten will show is constant scratching and digging at its
ears. The kittens will also shake their
heads a lot. Ear mites feed on the dead
skin, so they don’t cause damage to the ear.
However, due to the constant scratching, the kitten can cause
damage. So, you can see inflammation in
the ears as well. The other most common symptom
is a black debris build-up that has a gritty quality. It has a consistency similar to sand. This build-up is essentially mite waste.
Ear mites do not infest humans. However, as I said, they will infest both
dogs and cats. It is common to have more
than one animal in the household affected.
The treatment is simple and involves thoroughly cleaning the ears and
applying medication. It is important to consult
your veterinarian for treatment.
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