09/01/2026
🔬 Why do we check an ear cytology when your pet has itchy ears?
When a pet comes in shaking their head, scratching at their ears, or dealing with recurring ear infections, one of the most valuable diagnostic tools we have is an ear cytology.
Using a small sample from the ear, we examine it under the microscope to see what’s actually causing the problem. It helps us identify things like:
🐾 Yeast
🦠 Bacteria
🕷️ Ear mites (when present)
🔥 Inflammatory cells
Why does this matter? Because not all ear infections are the same.
Treating a yeast infection with medication meant for bacteria (or vice versa) may not solve the problem—and can sometimes make it worse or contribute to antibiotic resistance. By looking under the microscope, we can choose the treatment that’s most likely to work the first time.
A quick test today can mean:
✅ More accurate treatment
✅ Faster relief for your pet
✅ Fewer repeat visits
✅ Healthier ears in the long run
If your pet is scratching their ears, shaking their head, or has a bad odor coming from their ears, don’t wait—it could be more than “just dirty ears.” We’re here to help get to the root of the problem. 🐶🐱💙