If you see that your dog has swelling and redness or the ear looks inflamed then this generally indicates that there is an ear infection of some sort. Dogs who have long floppy ears can be more susceptible to ear infections than those who have ears which stand straight simply because the long floppy ears cover the ear canal and air flow is restricted. Ear infections can be cause by moisture not be able to dry out the ear canal. Also, dogs who have a lot of ear fluff and you mainly find this in the small fluffy dogs like the Shih Tzu, Maltese, Lhasa Apso or their variations of cross breeding can be susceptible to ear infections.Ear Mist from Natural Wonder Pets
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What Causes Dog Ear Infections?
Allergies – can be caused through fleas, food allergies, insects, pollen, grasses and/or grass seeds, etc.
Ear Mites – live in the ear canal and can cause major infections if not treated.
Yeast or Bacteria – a build up of yeast or bacteria in the ear can result in infection if not cleaned out and treated properly.
Skin Irritation – if the dog has a skin irritation and keeps scratching the ear then this can develop into an infection.
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Moisture – if moisture gets into the ear and is not able to dry out then yeast and bacteria will start to breed and the result will be infections.
Foreign Bodies – sometimes the dog might get some sort or foreign body, like a grass seed stuck in the ear. If it is not removed and the dog keeps scratching the ear will become traumatized and infection occurs.
Hormonal Imbalance – excesses or deficiencies of hormones can be a cause of dog ear infections.
Trauma – caused through excess scratching can create an irritation in the skin and create an infection.
Hereditary diseases – it may be that the dog has inherited some sort of disease or health condition which may cause the ears to get infected.
If the presence of any of the above upsets the balance of the normal environment of the ear canal then bacteria and yeast can multiply causing an excess of ear wax. This can, in turn, result in the dog scratching excessively and further irritation to the skin which will mean swelling and redness. If the ear is looking red and swollen plus there is a lot of ear wax lodged in the outer canal then you know you have a problem and it is best to seek veterinary advice.
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What To Do If My Dog Has An Ear Infection?
The best advise you can get regarding your dog’s ear infection is that of your vet. The vet will be able to examine the ear closely and determine the exact cause of the infection. Unless your dog regularly suffers from infections and you know the cause of it then you should not treat it yourself.
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How Can I Prevent Ear Infections From Recurring?
Once you have got on top of the ear infection problem, then cleaning your dog’s ears and regular inspection of the ears will be necessary. This should be done at least once a week. By keeping a close eye on your dog’s ears, it will become apparent if any changes to the ear canal start to occur.
If your dog has a lot of ear hair then plucking the dog’s ear hair out will allow the air to flow into the canal.
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For dogs that swim a lot or if you live in a humid climate, make sure that water or moisture doesn’t get into the dog’s ear. Wiping the ears out every day will help. When you bath your dog prevent water from going into the ear canal by plugging the ears with cotton balls – don’t forget to remove them after the bath.
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