Crust and scales on the Sheltie's ear edges and ear pinna - Sarcoptes scabies
Channel: Dr David Sing
Date: 03/02/2014

Only one skin scraping was permitted. It was negative for Sarcoptes mites. But one negative does NOT mean no mites. I advised 5 scrapings but this was not possible.

The crusty ear edges in both ears are characteristic of scabies mites in dogs and rabbits. There are crusts and scales near the ear canal opening too in one ear. Treatment is given. Follow up in 3 weeks.  

The groomer diagnosed "yeast" infection and asked the owner to consult the vet. So I saw this Sheltie. "Lots of hard work" he told me when I said his Sheltie is well groomed and looks good. Except for the ears. "This is a high maintenance dog," I said. "Just as there are high maintenance girl friends or boy friends!"

No Ivomectin injection should be given to Shelties as this breed is sensitive. The Sheltie recovered 3 weeks later.