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Ear Infection

A pet ear infection can be extremely uncomfortable for your pet and may be a sign of a serious health-related issue. Recognizing the signs will allow you to know when it's time to take your pet to our veterinarian in Denville. At All Creatures Great and Small Animal Hospital, we can provide the testing and treatment your pet needs to prevent an ear infection from negatively impacting its life.

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Causes of Pet Ear Infections

There are a number of causes of pet ear infections, but they are generally caused by bacteria, allergies, or damage from a foreign object. Unfortunately, some pets may be more susceptible to ear infections because of the type of ear flaps they have. For instance, if your pet has floppy ears, they cover the ear canal, which is excellent for providing a barrier against foreign objects. However, these ears also create a damp, dark environment in the ear canal, leading to bacterial infections. While upright ears have access to natural air circulation, there is also a greater risk of small objects or insects making their way inside the exposed ear canal.

Symptoms of a Pet Ear Infection

The sooner you become aware of a possible ear infection in your pet, the quicker you can seek treatment from our veterinarian in Fairfield, NJ. Some of the most common symptoms may include:

  • Leaning or tilting their head to the side of the affected area
  • Head shaking
  • Pet itchy skin, especially at the ear and surrounding area
  • Frequent pawing at the ear or rubbing their ears on the ground or furniture
  • Inflammation, swelling, or redness in the ear
  • Yellow, brown, or bloody discharge from the ear canal
  • Crusting or scabbing around the ear
  • Foul odor coming from the ear canal
  • Difficulty chewing
  • Loss of fur around the ears
  • Walking in circles or unbalanced movements
  • Different sized pupils or unusual eye movements
  • Hearing loss

It is extremely important to take your pet to the veterinarian for a diagnosis and treatment if he or she is showing any signs or symptoms of an ear infection. An untreated ear infection may spread to the inner ear canal, which can cause permanent deafness, loss of coordination and balance, eye problems, or facial paralysis. That's why it's so important that you contact our vet at the first signs of a potential ear infection.

Visit Us for Pet Ear Infection Treatment from Our Veterinarian in Denville, NJ

To learn more about pet ear infections or to schedule a vet exam for your pet in the Denville, Fairfield, or Bergen County area, contact the All Creatures Great and Small Animal Hospital today. 

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