If you’ve noticed your dog scratching at their ears or shaking their head more than usual, it could be an ear infection, allergies, or even worse—ear mites. Before you start stripping the beds and ...

I've read that if a pet has ear mites, these mites can travel to bedding and furniture and potentially attach themselves to a human host. I also understand that you don't need your own pet to be at ...

Your sweet little pooch might be hiding a deadly secret from you. Scientists have discovered a drug-resistant fungus called Candida auris, and it came from the ear canals of dogs. The fungus is a ...

External parasites, such as fleas and ticks, live on the body of the host and produce an infestation.

Ear mites are teeny, tiny parasites that live on or under the skin of the outer ear. Ear mites in dogs are most likely the type called otodectes cynotis. Like all mites, otodectes cynotis are a type ...

Addressing an ear infection in your dog can mean recognizing symptoms, such as head shaking, tilting, or constant scratching. Consult your veterinarian for a proper diagnosis and any medications or ...