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What's this dark stuff in my pet's ears? Mites, wax, or infection?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

I found this in her ears, could this be because of ear mites?

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on March 15th, 2019

It could be due to ear mites but it could also be just dark wax or a yeast/bacterial infection. if she is scratching her ears i would recommend taking her to the vet in order to get it checked and treated.

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