Looks as if Kira does have an ear issue.

Anthony8858 · 12-09-2012, 08:13 PM

This morning, I noticed Kira scratching her ear, and shaking her head. I happen to find a tick in the vicinity of her ear, and thought that was the cause.

Tonight, she's been shaking her head, and I noticed a little wetness in her ear.

My schedule may not allow a vet visit this week.

Any suggestions?

Lucy Dog · 12-09-2012, 08:17 PM

Any noticeable brown stuff in there? Does it smell kind of like cheese in there?

Anthony8858 · 12-09-2012, 08:24 PM

I used an ear wipe earlier today, and there was a little brown crud. I won't say a lot, but some.
There are no noticeable odors in either ear. Both smell the same

Lucy Dog · 12-09-2012, 08:32 PM

If you start noticing extra crud or a cheesy smell... it could be a yeast or ear infection going on in there. I'm sure you will, but just keep an eye on her for now. If it really starts bothering her... make a vet appointment.

doggiedad · 12-09-2012, 08:38 PM

don't delay going to the Vet. can your wife take Kira to the Vet?

Anthony8858 · 12-09-2012, 08:39 PM

If she shakes a lot, should I attempt to clean with a cotton ball and some over the counter ear cleaner?
Or should I let it alone for a few days?

doggiedad · 12-09-2012, 08:44 PM

take her to the Vet. don't guess or play with your dogs health. asking
questions on the forum won't heal your dog.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Anthony8858

If she shakes a lot, should I attempt to clean with a cotton ball and some over the counter ear cleaner?
Or should I let it alone for a few days?

Jax08 · 12-09-2012, 08:45 PM

Just an FYI...ear infections that are let go are extremely painful, can build pressure and burst ear drums and result in a deaf dog. Not saying this is an infection, just a bit of info.

**jocoyn** · 12-09-2012, 08:46 PM

Vet. It should not be an expensive or long appt. They will probably swab it, determine if it is yeast or bacteria (or mites but I doubt she has mites) and give you the appropriate treatment.

msvette2u · 12-09-2012, 08:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by doggiedad

take her to the Vet.

Ditto.
If you can't, have your wife bring her in.

12-09-2012, 08:13 PM	#1 (permalink)
Anthony8858 Knighted Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 2,702	Looks as if Kira does have an ear issue. This morning, I noticed Kira scratching her ear, and shaking her head. I happen to find a tick in the vicinity of her ear, and thought that was the cause. Tonight, she's been shaking her head, and I noticed a little wetness in her ear. My schedule may not allow a vet visit this week. Any suggestions?

12-09-2012, 08:38 PM	#5 (permalink)
doggiedad Crowned Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Jenkintown,Pa. Posts: 12,696	don't delay going to the Vet. can your wife take Kira to the Vet? __________________ "Life Without A Dog Is A Life Unfulfilled"

12-09-2012, 08:45 PM	#8 (permalink)
Jax08 Crowned Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NNE PA Posts: 19,009	Just an FYI...ear infections that are let go are extremely painful, can build pressure and burst ear drums and result in a deaf dog. Not saying this is an infection, just a bit of info. __________________ Michelle _________________________________________ Jax Von Monkeybutt, CGC Queen Banshee Boo Sierra the Undecided Cracker, The Great Shedder Rich N Handsome, "Red" Last edited by Jax08; 12-09-2012 at 08:53 PM.

12-09-2012, 08:46 PM	#9 (permalink)
jocoyn Zombie Queen Moderator Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: South Carolina Posts: 11,831	Vet. It should not be an expensive or long appt. They will probably swab it, determine if it is yeast or bacteria (or mites but I doubt she has mites) and give you the appropriate treatment. __________________ Nancy www.scsarda.org Beau -NAPWDA Certified Cadaver Dog Waiting at the Bridge (italics=GSDs) (hemangiosarcoma=blue):Grim , Cyra, Toby, Rainbow, Linus, Oscar, Arlo & Waggles

12-09-2012, 08:17 PM	#2 (permalink)
Lucy Dog Crowned Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Connecticut Posts: 5,944	Any noticeable brown stuff in there? Does it smell kind of like cheese in there?

12-09-2012, 08:24 PM	#3 (permalink)
Anthony8858 Knighted Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 2,702	I used an ear wipe earlier today, and there was a little brown crud. I won't say a lot, but some. There are no noticeable odors in either ear. Both smell the same

12-09-2012, 08:32 PM	#4 (permalink)
Lucy Dog Crowned Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Connecticut Posts: 5,944	If you start noticing extra crud or a cheesy smell... it could be a yeast or ear infection going on in there. I'm sure you will, but just keep an eye on her for now. If it really starts bothering her... make a vet appointment.

12-09-2012, 08:39 PM	#6 (permalink)
Anthony8858 Knighted Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 2,702	If she shakes a lot, should I attempt to clean with a cotton ball and some over the counter ear cleaner? Or should I let it alone for a few days?

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