Tag: pet ears

Ear cleaning is an aspect of dog grooming and care that shouldn’t be neglected. Without regular cleaning, wax and oils build up inside the ear, increasing risk of ear infection and hearing damage. With this in mind, it’s a good...

Ear inflammation and infection – “Otitis externa” is the fancy medical term for inflammation or infection of your pet’s outer ear canal. Here are some things some folks believe about recurring ear problems … and the facts. You might think...

“Otitis externa” is the fancy medical term for inflammation or infection of your pet’s outer ear canal. Here are some things some folks believe about recurring ear problems … and the facts. You might think … “All ear infections are...

By Dr. Pamela Borderieux Outer ear infections, or otitis externa, are very common in dogs and cats. Infections may be caused by a number of factors, such as ear conformation, hair and/or moisture accumulating in the ear, and underlying health...

Tampa Veterinarians see a lot of patients with ear infections. In fact, it’s the second most common reason for a client visit, according to pet health insurer, VPI Pet Insurance. With ear problems prompting so many trips to the vet,...