We explain why the anatomy of a dog's ear makes them prone to ear infections and what you can do to help them.

Dog ears are made up of 18 muscles (vs. the human ear with six) and have considerably longer ear canals, which help them hone their sense of hearing. While this means dogs are vastly better at ...

Ear infections are a common occurrence for many dogs. This is especially true for breeds with floppy ears. My dog, Romeo, had several years where he was continually fighting an ear infection. His ears ...

Dogs' ears, though often cute and floppy, are prone to infection. Just like humans, they have yeast and bacteria that lives year-round on their skin. The trouble is, when that yeast or bacteria gets ...

As a veterinary general practitioner, I see and treat a little bit of everything. Dog with tummy problems? We’ve got you covered. Kitty needs dental work? No problem — let’s get that scheduled. Puppy ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Ear infections, specifically external infections known as otitis externa, are the third most common condition diagnosed in dogs, according to ...

Ear infections in dogs, especially yeast infections, are often a symptom of an underlying issue, not the primary disease. Common underlying causes include allergies (both food and environmental), ...

While most dog owners may expect to only see their vet for vaccines and annual exams, the actual bulk of everyday ...

A common behaviour in dogs could actually be an early warning sign of a serious infection that might necessitate surgery. It's normal for dogs to shake their heads, particularly when being petted or ...

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