Dr Alex Niven outlines the causes, symptoms and treatment of outer ear infection in dogs so that you can be prepared if your best friend is afflicted with this common condition.
This article is a basic introduction to the management of Chronic Ear Disease in the dog and specifically that of the external ear – Otitis Externa. This is one of the most common, and easily recognisable, skin conditions of the dog.
CAUSES
Some breeds with large, floppy, Spaniel-type, and hairy ears are most often affected, as are those individuals that have a narrow ear canal. All of these factors reduce the natural ventilation required to help maintain normal function.
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