Symptoms of Dog Ear Infections Head shaking. Scratching at the affected ear. Dark discharge. Odor. Redness and swelling of the ear canal. Pain. Itchiness. Crusting or scabs in the ears.
How can I treat my dogs ear infection at home?
Apple cider vinegar can help reduce the itch and discomfort of an ear infection. Mix 1 part vinegar and 1 part filtered or spring water. Clean the visible parts of the ear with a cotton ball soaked in the mixture. Make sure you get the liquid into the ear canal by holding your dog's ear still.
What does a dogs infected ear look like?
The ears often become red and inflamed and develop an offensive odor. A black or yellowish discharge commonly occurs. In chronic cases the ears may appear crusty or thickened and the ear canals often become narrowed (stenotic) due to the chronic inflammation.
Can an ear infection in a dog heal on its own?
In most cases, a dog's ear infection will not go away on its own. What's worse, if you wait too long to treat the ear infection, it can become much more difficult to get under control. An untreated ear infection can lead to chronic issues, hearing loss, and sometimes the need for expensive surgery.
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