Flies and Maggots

Flies

Biting flies cause irritation and scab formation along the ear edges of dogs that spend a lot of time outdoors.

If your dog has this problem, an application of commercial antifly ointments designed for horses' ears can help.

Maggots  

Remove the maggots from the wound or infected area and wash the area with an antibacterial soap like Betadine.  Apply a topical antibiotic cream like Mycitracin to treat any secondary bacterial infection that may be present.

It is very important to treat the wound or infection so that the area will not become reinfested with maggots.  

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