What do ear mites in dogs look like?

Jump to What Are Some Complications of Ear Mites in Dogs? - There are several types of mites that can live in your dog's ear, but the most common are Otodectes cynotis -- tiny, eight-legged parasites that feed on the wax and oils in a dog's ear canal. An individual mite has a three-week life cycle, and is barely detectable by the naked eye. read more

Diagnosis of Ear Mites. If you have a look inside the ear of an infected dog you will see dark reddish brown or black debris throughout the ear canal which has been described as looking like coffee grounds. read more