Why does my beagle get recurring ear infections and discharge?

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I am always treating my dog with OTC ear drops for brown discharge and/or ear mite itch every few weeks. It is normally inside her right ear. Why is she prone to this? Shes a beagle

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

If you have to do this every few weeks then this OTC medication is not working properly for whatever is causing the ear infection. This could be a bacterial , fungal or parasitic infection or caused by allergies. In order to find the proper medication and treatment that works for your dog's condition you should take her to a vet for an ear exam. The result of this (maybe supported by a microscopic exam of the discharge) will determine the type of infection and how to proceed. Each cause needs a different medication, and if allergies are involved then your dog may have to be fed a hypoallergenic diet.

Why does my beagle get recurring ear infections and discharge?

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