Treating Canine Ear Infections Montevallo AL

Ear infections in dogs are as painful as ear infections in humans, and the symptoms the dog presents are very clear. Any dog who is showing symptoms should be taken to a veterinarian where a diagnosis can be made.

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Ear infections in dogs are as painful as ear infections in humans. The symptoms the dog presents are very clear and include:

  1. The infected ear emits a strong odor.
  2. The dog exhibits pain anytime the infected ear is touched or moved.
  3. The dog will shake its head more than usual.
  4. The dog will rub the infected ear excessively.
  5. A yellow or dark discharge may be noticed on the ear.
  6. The skin on the ear is bright red or may even be bleeding.

Any dog with these symptoms should be taken to a veterinarian where a diagnosis can be made.

  1. The veterinarian will examine the ear canal with an otoscope.
  2. The veterinarian will take a sample of any discharge for cytology and culturing.
  3. There are three types of ear infections and diagnosing these requires a culture of the discharge found inside the ear. These types are:

    • Yeast infection
    • Bacterial infection
    • Fungus infection

After the veterinarian has examined the dog and it has been determined that the dog has an ear infection and which type the infection is, treatment can begin. Treatment for Canine Ear Infections includes:

  1. Use an ear-cleaning solution to clean the infected ear. Never use water or peroxide. Hold the dog's earflap and pour the ear-cleaning solution into the ear, filling the ear canal. Massage the canal gently to work the debris loose. Take a tissue and wipe the ear canal as deep as you can reach with your finger. Repeat the procedure until no wax or debris is on the tissue.

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Author: Deborah Anderson

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Birmingham, AL
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