Dog ear infections should not be ignored. If left untreated, they can cause permanent damage to a dog's hearing. A dog's ear can be divided into three sections: the inner, middle, and outer parts.

Most infections occur in the outer part of the ear, and set in when moisture becomes trapped in the ear canal. This tunnel-like feature starts out horizontally before dipping vertically, creating a place for water to pool. Thus, the internal structure of a dog's ear allows infections to become a common occurrence.

You should check your dog's ears frequently for signs of redness and swelling. You will know your pet has an infection if you see excessive fluid in the ear, smell a foul odor or if your dog scratches the ear or shakes its head frequently. You should treat an infection immediately.

Visit your veterinarian for a consultation. They will most likely prescribe a liquid medication to be administered into the ear daily. Make sure the ear canal is clean before doing this, or the medication will not work effectively.

To clean the ear, you will need an ear wash solution. Squeeze a few drops of the ear wash in the ear, flip the ear flap back down and then massage the base of the ear. The dog will want to shake its head so be prepared. The solution will loosen the discharge.

Now that the foreign matter has been broken up sufficiently, you can remove it properly. To do it, use a cloth, cotton swabs or Q-tips. Your dog will be rather sensitive at this time, so do it carefully and gently. You might want to have another person on hand to help you hold your furry friend in place.

The next step is to insert the medication. Pay close attention to the dosage recommended by the veterinarian and only administer that amount. Your veterinarian will have determined what type of medication is necessary based on what type of infection your dog is suffering.

There are two main types of ear infections from which your dog could suffer. These are yeast infections or bacterial infections. Yeast infections require an antifungal treatment while bacterial ones obviously require an antibacterial agent or antibiotic. Both medications generally come in a liquid form that is inserted directly into the ear, unless it's a more serious infection. IN said case, your dog may need to swallow a regimen of pills for a time until the infection clears up. In any event, the best thing you can do for your dog is not to panic. Get treatment for your dog promptly, follow the prescribed steps to the letter, and you'll soon notice that your dog is well on the road to recovery in a matter of days.

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