Comparison of diagnosis and treatment of domestic and street cats suffering for Otodectosis in Pet’s Land clinic, Israel

Abstract

Relevance of the topic of the qualification work. Ear mites are common in pets and can cause a great deal of discomfort and it can be a serious problem. The ear mite, Otodectes cynotis, which commonly infects dogs and cats. It occurs in a number of other small mammals including the ferret and red fox. Ear mites are transmitted through direct contact with infested ferrets, dogs, or cats. The entire life cycle is completed in 3 weeks. Veterinary assistance is fundamental to establish a correct diagnosis and therapeutic plan. we received both domestic and street cats, it was easier to diagnose domestic cats due to the presence of the necessary information that was provided by the owner. The purpose of the qualification work is to compare the diagnosis and treatment of domestic and street cats suffering for Otodectosis in Pet’s Land clinic, Israel. Task: comparing the methods of diagnosis with the results of each type of examination and to systematically review the effectiveness of treatments for Otodectes cynotis infection in cats and to provide recommendations for their use. Object of study. Street and domestic cats. Subject of study. Otodectosis of street and domestic cats. Theoretical and practical significance of the obtained results. During the internship which started from 16.1.2023 till 23.06.2023 our clinic received different cases of otodectes for examination, methods of diagnosis and treatment included different types of methods and materials that helped us in making the diagnosis and performing the correct treatment. It's includes Swabbing sample, microscopic slide, mineral oil, Microscope, Otoscope, Anthelmintics drugs "Ivermectin", Bravecto. Our comparison includes examining the cats ears with an otoscope or through a microscopic examination of ear discharge which is considered a simple method of diagnosis, the results of examining 15 domestic and street cats shows that the microscopic examination is more accurate than the otoscopic examination, The result of the Otoscopic examination was positive for 12 cats, while it was negative for 3 cats, that’s why we had to perform microscopic examination of ear discharge. We examined the three cats to confirm the diagnosis by microscopic examination, and the results were positive for all cases. We concluded from the research that the ear canal should first be thoroughly cleaned, and after the ear drops have been instilled, the base of the ear massaged to disperse the oily preparation. Whatever preparation is used, treatment should be repeated in 10-14 days to kill any newly hatched mites. In our research the treatment included drugs which is ivermectin and its performed by drops in the ear canal, we also used BRAVECTO A single dose should be applied to the skin on the back of the neck and to keep routine use of Bravecto its mitigate infestation, it was an effective drugs for treating such a parasite. Ear mites are common in pets and can cause a great deal of discomfort. Veterinary assistance is fundamental to establish a correct diagnosis and therapeutic plan. And we provide recommendation on ear cleaning, and should advise owner's to ensure that everything that has been in contact with a pet with mites has been thoroughly cleaned. Conclusion: • Although common in pets, ear mites can be a serious problem. • Scratching of the ear and head shaking are some of the clinical signs of ear mites. • Transmission of ear mites can occur by direct contact between animals and also via fomites. • When a pet is diagnosed with ear mites, it is necessary to treat the environment and all in-contact animals. • Otoscopic examination is an effective method to diagnose Otodectes cynotis but we recommend using microscopic examination of ear discharge whenever the examination result is negative. • Routine use of anthelmintics drugs and Bravecto, its mitigate infestation of Otodectosis