Ear mites are parasites that are found in the ear canal of dogs and other pets. Ear mite infestation can cause severe irritation or itching of the ear canal, which can sometimes lead to ear infection. Know more about the symptoms and treatment for canine ear mites.
Otodectes cynotis or ear mites, is a common parasite that is found in many pets including cats, pet dogs and rabbits. Cats are more affected by ear mite infestation than the dogs. These parasites are most commonly found in the head and ear canal of dogs, but occasionally spread to other areas of the body, especially to the tails. The life cycle of this parasite is of three weeks, i.e. it takes almost three weeks for an ear mite to reach adulthood. Ear mites typically survive on the body fluid, mainly on the ear wax or ear secretions. Ear mite infestation can sometimes lead to infection in the outer ear. Such infection can cause considerable damage to the ear canal and ear drum, which in severe cases, results in hearing loss. Canine ear mite infestation is a contagious disease, which can easily spread from one infected animal to another.
