When your Dog has an Ear Infection

Have you ever had that dull, pulsating in your inner ear? You probably went to the doctor and were diagnosed with an ear infection. Some people with ear drainage issues will end up with these horrible conditions and it can create very real problems. For dogs, and ear infection can be much more serious than a human infection is. If you think your dog has an infected ear, look for the following symptoms. Often when dogs develop this condition they will have a discharge that is coming out of the ear. It may be black and chunky, or yellow in color. The discharge may also contain traces of blood.

The fluid will probably smell foul, so if you catch an odd odor coming from your dog’s ear it is probably an indication towards this medium. In addition, if your dog is acting abnormally and acting with abnormal eye movements, then it may be an indication that his ears are bothering him. Also, if your pup’s ears are giving him trouble, chances are that he will scratch or rub the ear. He may also shake his head often in an effort to eliminate the pain. Sometimes dogs with this condition will also tilt their head in an effort to let the ear drain.

If you animal is showing any of these signs, life up his hear flap and observe the inner ear. If there is redness and swelling in the flap or canal, then take your dog to the vet immediately. Even if there isn’t swelling apparent, take your dog in if his symptoms do not go away. If his infection goes untreated, then it will progress and could eventually lead to hearing loss. You will want to identify the sickness as soon as possible and get prescription medications that can eliminate the sickness.