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My dog has an ear infection. Is it linked to missed vaccines? How to prevent?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 1 month old

I missed my dog's 2nd dose of vaccination. Now he has got an ear infection. are they related if not how to avoid ear infection?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on March 17th, 2017

The two are likely not related. Ear infections can be avoided by regular cleaning and keeping the ears as dry as possible. Especially after swimming or bathing. Mike should be examined by your veterinarian. A swab of the ear can be examined to determine if there is a fungal or bacterial infection so that the proper medications can be dispensed.

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    Answered By Lauren Jones VMD

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    Ear infections and vaccinations are not related. If Mike already has red ears with debris and is shaking or scratching at his head a lot, it is quite likely that he already has an ear infection. Unfortunately, there are no effective over the counter medications that will treat ear infections. Mike needs to be seen by a veterinarian who will be able to microscopically determine if the infection is bacterial or fungal (yeast), and then treat with an appropriate medication. Once his infection has resolved, he should restart his vaccine series.

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