How to Get Rid of Ear Mites in Ferrets
Ear mites are contagious and should be treated if you suspect or are told by the vet that your ferret may have them. Ear mites in ferrets cause dark earwax, scratching of the infected ear and redness. Prolonging treatment can cause damage to the ear canal of the ferret.
- Buy ear mite medication for your ferret.
- Keep the medication at body temperature before using. You can place the medication in your pocket for a few minutes to keep it warm.
- Use a Q-tip or damp washcloth to clean out the ferret’s ear before using the medication.
- Lay the ferret’s head sideways so that the infected ear will be exposed to put the medication in.
- Put 3 to 4 drops of medication in the ear and wait a few minutes before allowing your ferret to turn its head in the normal position. This will make sure that the medication will do the job necessary and will not sip out too quickly.
- Repeat the same steps necessary if the other ear is infected as well.
- Reapply the medication as directed by the vet. The medication is only effective when the ear mites have been hatched already. Reapplying the medication will ensure that the ear mites will be gone.
- Keep watch of your ferret throughout the days. If your ferret begins to scratch at the infected ear again, repeat the process once again.
- Wash the ferret bedding while you are doing the treatment to make sure that you are getting rid of the ear mites as much as possible.