Ear Infections in Dogs

Ear Infections in Dogs

Check your dog’s ears once a week.  Ear infections are more common in some breeds verses others but no breed is immune to ear infections. 

Ear infections can cause a dog to become irritable or to lie around like they don’t feel good due to the painful infection. 

Ear infections usually have a bad odor.  If you notice a bad smell coming from your dog, check their ears. 

Ear infections can, but not always, have a discharge coming from the ears and can make a dog’s eyes runny. Dogs may pull at the ears or shake their head. 

Remember to keep your dog’s ears clean and dry.  Dog’s that swim often tend to be prone to ear infections due to wet ears. 

Some breeds like poodles, schnauzers and cocker spaniels, to mention a few, needs to be seen by a vet or groomer often to remove impacted hair common to these breeds to prevent ear infections.

If you think your dog has an ear infection they will need medication from a veterinarian to relieve the symptoms and heal the infection.

Giving your dog proper nutrition; meat (raw or cooked), vegetables (raw or cooked), and fruit (no grapes or raisins) and a good kibble of high protein, low carbs, and NO grains will maintain your dog’s health in top condition and he/she can ward off many illnesses. 

 Remember…RAW bones only.  Never cooked bones.  Cooked bones will splinter and rupture your dog’s intestine.  RAW bones however give your dog the calcium they need for good health, clean teeth and makes for a happier dog!

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