What to do About Yeast Infections in Dogs Ears

Dog Ear Yeast Infection is fairly prevalent, mostly in those dogs that spend a large amount of their time in the outdoors. It is more of a problem in breeds with droopy ears - like Spaniels and Bassett Hounds - yeast and bacteria flourishing in warm, dim and humid environments. It is rare in dogs with pricked ears (ears that stand up), but the disease can however arise.

If your dog look to be distressed, scratches or rubs his ears or is incessantly shaking his head, then you must take a look at his ears. You may well see redness and inflammation, possibly a emission but definitely an foul smell. This is just about certainly a dog ear yeast infection, but it needs to be verified by your vet. If it is not dog ear yeast infection then your dog may have ear mites.

How to Avoid Dog Ear Yeast Infection

To begin with, be sure your dog's over-all health is good, to be certain that his immune system is functioning well. Give him lots of exercise and the proper eating routine - no table scraps.
Inspect your dogs ears frequently, no less than once a week. It is actually a good idea to inspect them following walks, especially in long grass where seeds etc might be picked up.

Keep your dogs ears as hygienic and dry as feasible. Yeast loves humidity so if you have a dog with floppy ears aim to get as much air to the inside of the ears as feasible. Lift the ears up when you are having a hug together or if your dog will tolerate it use a headband to clasp them up - only about the home though! Dry any dampness after bathing, swimming or just being out in the rain.

Trimming any surplus hair from within the ear will be of assistance. Some propose using thinned vinegar, alcohol or even hydrogen peroxide to wipe round the outer ear to clean it. You could be better recommended to get one of the various mild and nontoxic ear-cleaning products available. Use sterile gauzes or pads for cleaning. On no account start poking in the ear canal with cotton wool buds.
Be especially cautious washing the outer ear, you do not want to hurt the ear drum or ear canal.

Dog Ear Yeast Infection - Treatment

When treating dog ear yeast infection try to avoid anti-biotics as these kill off all the 'good bacteria' and can upset the dog's natural balance. This may result in dog ear yeast infections getting a hold that may be difficult to reverse.

Look into the use of anti-microbials. Health food stores often stock these and they can help to reduce dog ear yeast infection. But don't forget to talk to your vet before using any medication for your dog, even herbal or 'natural' remedies.

If the yeast infection in dog ears is severe you will have to discuss the use of enzymatic anti-microbials such as Zymox, with your vet. This may prevent and protect against dog ear yeast infection.

Always talk to your vet first before you use any treatment on your dog.