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Post by RyanF on Nov 10, 2005 8:51:33 GMT -8
Poor Burkie... She has been through so much, with her nose problems and all, but now it's the ears. She itches her left ear all the time, but only the left ear. I examined her and didn't see any mites or sign of infection.
Does anyone know what her problem is?
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Post by doomgerbiluk on Nov 10, 2005 11:02:42 GMT -8
Could she be in the early stages of an ear infection? Look for a head tilt. Or it may be polyps in the ears.
I think the vet should check it out. He/she can do skin scrape (for mites) and check the ears.
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Post by meganb52 on Nov 10, 2005 14:54:50 GMT -8
I agree with Doom. You may not be able to see the mites (most are actually microscopic) or there may be an ear infection further down, like in the middle or inner ear, which you wouldn't necessarily see with the naked eye. I would call up your vet, personally.
-Megan
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Post by ashleyrenee on Nov 13, 2005 14:58:40 GMT -8
i have a question. for fair i decided to do showmanship and when i got to the ears i forgot what he said that you could use to clean them out yourself. does anyone know?
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Post by sandy on Nov 13, 2005 19:52:36 GMT -8
For ear mites I've used garlic infused olive oil drops. Also mixed with oil infused with yellow dock. Put a drop in the ear, then use q-tips to clean them out. Do it often. Should take a week to clear up. Make sure to change the bedding frequently. You can also try ivomectin if you want to be thorough. And yes, if you aren't sure if it is an ear infection or mites, the vet will help. They can do a swab culture to check for mites under the microscope.
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Post by ashleyrenee on Nov 14, 2005 7:22:26 GMT -8
for some reason im thinking of rubbing alcohol or peroxide but maybe it was some type of oil veggy oil?? i dont remember lol dont worry i havent done anything to them yet! im still waiting lol
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