Home Remedy for Ear Mites

Here is a simple, affordable home remedy for ear mites. Rub Vick's Vapo Rub in your horse's ears. Don't apply too far down into the ear canal. I have heard of people using Vaseline for the same purpose, but I think the menthol in the Vick's really helps kill the little critters.

After the Vick's has been on for a few days, wash the inside of the ears with a washcloth and warm, soapy water. (If your horse is sensitive to getting water in his / her ears place a cotton ball in the base of each ear for extra protection.)

I usually treat my horses with this remedy twice a year whether they have ear mites or not. Once in the spring and again in the fall is best.