My dog has dry, scabby inner ears. What can I do to treat it?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | unspayed | 20 lbs
My dog had this dry cracked /scabby looking ear but it on the inside like where you would flap the ear back looks like the phone. It worse what can I do to treat it
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Published on May 31st, 2017
It's probably an ear infection, often it cannot be seen from the outside. Ear infections are very common in dogs, it is usually caused by either yeast or bacterial disease. the treatment is usually simple and straightforward, you will have to take Shadow to the vet and get the ears checked, then a prescription ear drops will be prescribed according to the infectious agent.
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Published on April 20th, 2020
This can be a sign of an ear infection. Luna could be scratching at her ears causing them to bleed then scab. Ear infections in dogs can be caused by yeast or bacteria. I would have her seen by a vet today to get this diagnosed and treated. Any ear problem needs to be checked out promptly by a vet as leaving it untreated can lead to hearing loss. I hope this helps!
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Published on March 27th, 2019
That looks like a thick old scab that likely has fairly healed skin under it. He may have had a "hot spot" which is superficial dermatitis - usually caused by yeast or bacteria. If Orcan is itching the area, you see more, or it's still there after a week, I'd recommend taking him in to the vet
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