There are several ways to treat ear mites in dogs, including medication and home remedies. Here are some options:
Medication:
- Milbemite
- Acarex
- Tresaderm
- Frontline
- Ivermectin
- Selamectin
- Advantage Multi
- Simparica
Home remedies:
- Olive oil: Clean the ear with olive oil, remove as much debris as possible, and repeat every 3 days for 2 weeks. The oil helps asphyxiate the mites.
- Green tea: Use a tea bag or a tablespoon of loose green tea in a cup of hot water, steep for a few minutes then strain, let it cool to room temperature, use a dropper to put 3-4 drops of tea in each ear, and massage your dog’s ears gently. Do this once a day for 4 weeks.
- Apple cider vinegar: This is a great solution to problems with your dogs ears since it kills all bacteria. .
- Mineral oil: Put two to three drops of mineral oil in each ear. Repeat this every day for a week.
Its important to note that while home remedies can be effective, there is little research on their safety and effectiveness. Therefore, its always best to see a veterinarian to prescribe a medication for treatment.