FAQ: Why Is One Ear Dirty And Other Clean On My Bulldog?

Why does one of my dogs ears get dirty?

Dirty Dog Ears and Allergies My poor boy has allergies, and as most veterinarians will tell you, dogs with allergies often have ear issues as well. Their ears are usually stinky, irritated, itchy, and most always, their ears look dirty from a build up of yeast, overgrowth of ear wax, discharge, or whatever.

What is the dark brown stuff in my dog’s ear?

Ear mites: Crusty, blackish- brown buildup resembling coffee grounds in your dog’s ears is a sign of ear mites, tiny insects that can make your pup’s ears their home. Left untreated, ear mites could make your pet go deaf!

Why does my dog have black gunk in her ear?

The presence of yeast, bacteria, or both confirms an ear infection diagnosis. Dogs with yeast-related ear infections often have dark brown or black debris in the ears. Dogs with bacterial ear infections may have yellow-brown debris or pus in the ears.

Can dogs have ear mites in only one ear?

While it is possible for just one ear to be infected, in most cases an animal will experience ear mites in both ears at the same time. Ear mites are contracted from the environment in which your pet lives or visits.

Can you flush out a dog’s ear?

No. While it is important to clean your dog’s ears when needed, over-cleaning may cause irritation in the ear canal and this can lead to infection. Some dogs that have healthy, clean ears may never need to have their ears cleaned.

Can I clean my dog’s ears with water?

A range of ear cleaning products are available for dogs, but warm water will do the job in most cases. Use cotton wool balls – don’t be tempted to use Q-tips as these can damage a dog’s ear. Dip the cotton wool into the liquid and work your way from the outside of the ear inwards.

How do I clean my dog’s dirty ears?

Squeeze a veterinarian-approved ear – cleaning solution to fill your dog’s ear canal and massage gently at the base of the ear for about 30 seconds. You will hear a squishing sound as the product dislodges debris and buildup. Don’t let the tip of the applicator touch your dog’s ear, as this can introduce bacteria.

How do you get brown gunk out of a dog’s ear?

Keep the inside of your dog’s ears clean. You can remove visible dirt with a cotton ball soaked with a canine ear cleaning solution (don’t insert the cotton ball into the ear canal), or by wrapping a damp cloth around your finger and gently cleaning the outer ear.

How do you get black gunk out of a dog’s ear?

To clean the ears, tilt your dog’s head downward with one hand and squirt a gentle cleanser recommended by your veterinarian into the ear, filling the canal. Holding the ear closed, give it a nice massage, really squishing the cleanser around in there. That softens any gunk inside.

How do you get the black stuff out of a dog’s ear?

I heated the bottle in warm water (the way I had been instructed to do with the Halo eye drops) and used a dropper to drip the herbal ear wash into Wanda’s ear canal; I massaged it on the outside to get it deep into her ear to help loosen and bring up the tarry stuff.

How do I get rid of the smell in my dogs ears?

If you need to clean your dog’s ears, here are the steps:

1. Hold the bottle of vet-approved ear cleaner above your dog’s ear and gently squeeze the solution into the ear.
2. Gently massage the base of the ear to distribute the cleaning solution and loosen any debris.
3. Allow your dog to shake their head.

How can you tell if your dog has ear mites or an ear infection?

If your dog paws at their ears, repeatedly shakes their head, or has a foul odor or discharge in their ears, they could have an ear infection.

How do you tell if my dog has ear mites or infection?

How do I know if my dog has ear mites? An ear mite infection will cause your dog’s ears to itch, which often results in them shaking their head excessively, or scratching at their ears with their paws. Ear mites can also produce wax and irritation, so your pet’s ears may well look red and inflamed.