ADAMS Ear Mite Treatment for Dogs, Cats, Puppies & Kittens, Kills Ear Mites On Contact, Ear Drop Relief for Dogs and Cats Suffering from Ear Mites, Soothing Aloe and Lanolin Formula, 0.5 Fl oz Review
By Dr. Lena Ortiz · Canine wellness writer · Published 2026-05-23 · Updated 2026-06-21
4.2(6,400)Amazon rating$8.991,000+ bought last month
Our verdict
Adams Ear Mite Treatment is a weight-dosed drop formula with soothing aloe and lanolin aimed at ear mites in dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens, and its 4.2 star average and about 1,000 units bought per month show it's a widely used option in this space.
Owners managing ear mites who want a straightforward, weight-dosed drop formula that also covers puppies and kittens.
Skip if
Your dog's ear irritation develops or worsens during use, since the label calls for stopping and consulting a vet in that case, or you aren't sure mites are actually the cause.
Weight 0.48 Ounces
Priced 47% below the category median ($16.99 across 63 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.2/5overall
Owner rating4.2/5
4.2 average across 6,400 owner ratings
Popularity4.3/5
6,400 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog food and health supplements we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
['This 0.5 fl oz Adams Ear Mite Treatment is a dropper bottle formula with soothing aloe and lanolin, made by Central Garden & Pet and labeled for use across dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens of all breed sizes.', "Dosing is based on your dog's weight, from a few drops per ear for smaller dogs up to more drops for dogs over 30 lbs, applied daily for 7 to 10 days with a possible repeat course after two weeks. The label calls for discontinuing use and seeing a vet if irritation develops rather than continuing to apply it, and it's aimed specifically at ear mites rather than general wax or debris cleaning.", "At $8.99, it's one of the more affordable mite-focused options, and with 1,000 units bought per month and over 6,400 reviews at a 4.2 star average, it's clearly a high-volume seller, even if its rating trails some of the enzyme-based cleansers in this list."]
Pros
Weight-based dosing chart makes it easy to apply the right amount
Works across dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens
Affordable price point at under $9
High purchase volume at about 1,000 units a month shows heavy repeat use
Cons
4.2 star rating is on the lower end of this product set
Label specifically calls for stopping use if irritation develops, so it needs some monitoring
Aimed at ear mites specifically, not general wax or debris cleaning
Specifications
Weight
0.48 Ounces
Performance notes
Dosing scales with your dog's weight, from about 4 to 5 drops per ear for dogs under 15 lbs up to 10 to 15 drops per ear for dogs over 30 lbs, applied daily for 7 to 10 days with a possible repeat course after two weeks. The soothing aloe and lanolin are included to ease irritation while the formula targets ear mites, and the label is explicit that ongoing irritation calls for a vet visit rather than continued at-home use.
What buyers say
Over 6,400 reviews and about 1,000 units bought per month make this a high-volume product, though its 4.2 star average is a bit lower than the enzyme-based and cleanser-style products in this category.
The label bases dosing on your dog's weight: roughly 4 to 5 drops per ear for dogs under 15 lbs, 5 to 10 drops for 16 to 30 lbs, and 10 to 15 drops for dogs over 30 lbs, applied daily.
Can I use this on puppies?
Yes, the product is labeled for use on puppies and kittens as well as adult cats and dogs.
What if my dog's ear gets more irritated after using this?
The label directs you to stop use and consult a vet if irritation develops, since that can signal something beyond what an at-home mite formula is meant to address.
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