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posted by Tess on May 13

Ear mites in dogs is often caused by excessive wax that accumulates in the ears. Since the ear canals in dogs run horizontally and vertically, all the accumulated debris tends to go inwards. Hair growth in the inner ear, long ear flaps and the resulting dampness are also a breeding ground for bacteria.

Dogs normally respond to this condition by itching near the ear. Vigorous itching may even cause a blood vessel near the ear to snap. This results in bleeding in the externally visible portion of the external ear thereby causing localized swelling filled with blood. This aggravated condition is called hemotoma.

Hematoma can also be caused by an injury to the external ear. In a few cases, hematoma may heal on its own. But your dog may be left with a shrunk external ear or a scar, altering the appearance of the dog.

If the cause of the hematoma is related to ear mites, you can treat the condition by using home remedies for dog ear mites.

There are other conventional medications like oral medications, inject-able medications, and dermatological creams that your veterinarian may prescribe. These provide quick relief from the irritation and itchiness that the ailment causes.

In some cases the hematoma clots become large and block the ear canal. This does not allow medication to be administered properly. Even though oral medications can still be given, applying the dermatological cream becomes impossible. In such an eventuality the clots have to be removed surgically by a qualified veterinarian. Surgery ensures that the overall appearance of your pet does not change and that there are no disfigurations in the process.

Whether you have a dog or a cat, ear mites can lead to many other infections. Caring for your pet is your responsibility and therefore there are certain aspects of hygiene and health that you need to ensure.

To summarize, dog ear mites are a result of ear wax, accumulated debris, excessive hair growth and dampness in dog ear. Hence, it is extremely critical that pet ears are cleaned at regular intervals. A set hygiene routine, including ear cleansing, will ensure that most of ear infections are prevented. A complete flushing of the ear is required periodically to remove hard-to-reach areas. This can only be done with the aid of sedation.

References:

http://www.marvis..._ear_infections.html

http://www.thepet...er.com/sur/hema.html

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