Recently, I've noticed a lot of wounds in Oreo's ear. At times it would disappear and after awhile, it comes back again. I observe it for a month or so and realize that it was some kind of allergy that cause it. So I stop giving him something that would trigger his allergies and start treating his wounds. Anyways, I thought I might share a little information I've learned about this one.
Dogs can commonly acquire ear infections or wounds. There are a lot of different causes, and the treatment varies from dog to dog. If you can identify what causes your dog's ear wound, then it will be a lot easier for you to treat him.Signs that your dog might have ear infection:
- constant scratching and rubbing of the ear
- foul odor coming from the ear
- changes in behavior: tirediness, lack of appetite, and irritability
- redness of the inner ear
Causes:
- Allergy-- Your dog may have food allergies you didn't know. Observe what he eats, by then you'll know what food he'll get allergies from.
- Parasite-- Check your dog's ear for ear mites or any parasite. Usually dog can acquire them especially if their ears are big and touches the floor.
- Trauma-- There are certain accidents that can cause trauma. It might also be caused by fighting with cats that left wounds untreated.
Treatment:
- If your dog's ear infection is caused by a food allergy, then restrain him from eating that kind of food.
- If its parasite, clean your dog's ear and apply medication. Apply medication that your veterinarian prescribed you. There are also shampoos available in the market that you can use. REMEMBER: Always consult your vet before giving or applying any medication to your dog.
- If your dogs have ear wounds that left untreated, treat it regularly. You can apply betadine. Its fine to use this medication on your dog.
