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My dog is panting and shivering after ear drops. Is it the ear drops?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | unneutered | 9 months and 19 days old

So I have my dog some ear drops for his ears because they've been itching him . Ever since I've given them to him he's been panting and shivering .. is this something to do with the ear drops ?

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on September 30th, 2017

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This could be that he is in discomfort from the possible ear infection and itchiness. If this is the case and his presumed ear infection responds to the ear drops then the expectation is that these signs you describe will improve. If no improvement is observed, have him evaluated by your veterinarian to make sure that nothing concerning is going on. Good luck and have a great night!

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