- Prevention: Most infections can be avoided by simply cleaning pet’s ears.
- Symptoms: Scratching the ear and around the ear; head shaking; loss of balance; discharge; swelling; odor; loss of balance; redness; hearing loss; rubbing the ear on carpet or sofa; crusty scabs on the inside of outer ear; and hair loss around the ear
- Types of ear infections: Bacterial Ear infections, Yeast Ear infections and Fungal Ear infections. Mites can also cause infections especially in puppies
- Treatment: Professional cleaning and medication, but when an infection has become seriously problematic or an injury has taken place, surgery may be required
- We can help give your pet the surgery they need to get back to hearing and maintain a sensible lifestyle.
