My dog has a droopy ear and is shaking her head. Is it an infection?

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My labradoodle has a droopy ear and is shaking her head as if it is irritating her. Is there anything I can give her to help? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 8 years and 10 months old

David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

If the ear is droopy and she is shaking her head she probably has an ear infection. Because of the head shaking and probably scratching as well, blood vessels in the ear are exploding, causing blood and fluids to fill the pinea ans swell. This condition is called "ear hematoma" and needs medical or surgical treatment. The ear infection needs to be treated as well as it is the primary cause, usually ear drops from the vet will solve this, in some cases systemic antibiotics are prescribed as well. Regarding the the droopy ear I personally prefer the medical treatment (steroids for 4 weeks) over the surgical one, unfortunately most vets will still opt for the surgery.

My dog has a droopy ear and is shaking her head. Is it an infection?

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