What's on my dog's ear? Is it mites, a tick, or an infection?

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I was wanting to ask if this is a ear mite ? And if not, does it seem to be an infection of some sort ? My dog seems a little bothered by it but not in pain. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 3 years and 6 months old | 28 lbs

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

I can't tell from the picture if there are legs or if they is just a scab? If there are legs then it is likely a tick. You cannot see ear mites with the naked eye and they are usually inside the ear canal. If it is just a scab then this is likely a localized infection. You can try putting some neosporin on it twice a day to see if it gets better. If it isn't improving, I would have your vet take a look at it to see if she needs any other meds to help it heal. I hope this helps ! You can give her benadryl if it seems itchy. See link below. https://www.petcoach.co/canigive/dog/benadryl/#!

What's on my dog's ear? Is it mites, a tick, or an infection?

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