Prevent and Treat Dog Ear Infections
Dogs that experience itching and scratch their ears, or frequently shake their heads, might be suffering from an ear infection, especially if any of these symptoms also include smelly ears. Although any dog can develop an ear infection, some breeds are more likely to develop one than others. For instance, Labradors, Beagles, Basset Hounds, Cocker […]
Ear Mites Treatment for Dogs
Over the counter products like Eradimite Ear Mite Treatment and Otomite are topical medications applied to your pet’s ear to clear up ear mites. Treating ear mites brings your pet immense relief from the irritation of having an 8-legged mite crawling and reproducing in their ears. Not only can your pet hear the mite and […]
What Causes Ear Mites in Dogs?
Ear mites are most commonly contracted from outside environments, or areas of poor hygiene and stress, such as pet stores and/or animal shelters. What are ear mites? Ear mites in dogs and ear mites in cats are tiny little creatures rather like spiders. They have eight legs and live on or just under the surface […]
Symptoms of Ear Infections in Dogs
Dog and cat ear infection symptoms If your dog or cat has an ear infection (otitis), you might notice a yeasty smell coming from your pet’s ear. The ear might be red and swollen. There might also be some waxy buildup visible. Your dog or cat might be scratching at their ears, and shaking their […]
Symptoms of Ear Mites in Dogs
Symptoms of pets with ear mites Head shaking Scratches on the ear & head Odor Intense itching (pruritus) Dark ear discharge Cat and dog ear mites usually cause intense itching. Inside the ear you’ll notice a dark red-brown or black, crusty and crumbly discharge. Dog ear mites or cat ear mites will cause your pet […]
What Causes Ear Infections in Dogs?
Ears, like all parts of the body, normally have a few bacteria and yeast cells present. Otitis occurs when bacteria or yeast organisms increase to an overwhelming number or are replaced by pathogenic (disease-causing) organisms. Otitis in the outer ear is common because that’s where your pet is most likely to be exposed to foreign […]
How To Stop Recurring Ear Infections in Dogs
Does your dog suffer from itchy, painful ear infections that keep coming back? Around 20% of dogs develop ear issues at some point in their life, and many experience chronic infections requiring treatment at least 4 times a year. Learn about the common causes of recurring ear infections in dogs and what you can do […]
How To Stop Summer Ear Infections in Dogs
During the dog days of summer, you may look forward to barbecues, swimming, hikes, and – uh oh – yet another trip to the vet. If red, itchy, smelly ears are the bane of your dog’s summer fun, read on to learn why dogs get so many ear infections in the summer and how to […]