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Reoccurring Dog Ear Problems And Possible CausesFinding The Source Of ReOccurring Dog Ear Problems
First, learn what to look for and familiarize yourself with your dogs ears. This is the first step to treating and avoiding continuous problems in the future. Healthy ears should be light pink and have no odor. Many dogs have A small amount of wax which is a yellow/brown color is perfectly normal. Now, if the dog's ears are red, have an odor, contain a thick dark brown greasy substance (yeast) and the dog is pawing and scratching at the ears, then a visit to the Veterinarian for an antibiotic is necessary. Although antibiotics usually clear up the infection; often times the yeast problem returns time and time again. The bottom line is that the symptom is treated, but not the problem. What's Causing The Dog Ear ProblemUnfortunately, many dog owners don't associate their dogs ear problem with allergies. Some signs of allergies and sensitivity are:
Keep in mind that just like humans, dogs can be allergic to many things:
While humans usually react with respiratory problems, dogs react to allergies through skin problems such as inflammation and itchiness.
Treating The Problem Not Just The Symptom
Cleaning Dogs EarsA gentle ear cleaner that dries and acidifies is recommended to clean your dogs ears weekly/bi-weekly.Most dogs prefer if you pour the cleaner onto a large cotton ball and gently wipe out their ear vs pouring the solution directly into their ear. This is o.k. to do if you clean your dogs ears regularly, if you don't and your dogs ears are very dirty, follow the instructions on the bottle of cleaner.
Dog ear problems can be very painful and uncomfortable. Uncover what is causing the problem in your dogs ears and always follow up with routine cleanings for your best friend.
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