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My dog shakes head, itchy ears, groans. Vet says normal, but I'm worried.

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labradoodle | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 4 months old

Bruno is shaking his head a lot and he have itching sensation in his years. while rubbing his ears he tilts his head and groans. doctor said it's nothing and normal since it is clean. but i don't find it normal. what should i do?

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Answered By Dr Stafford, BVetMed, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on October 6th, 2018

It sounds like Bruno may have an ear infection. Sniff the ears and check if there is a bad smell. You may needc to find a vet who can look in the canal with a scope. Regular ear cleaning helps to reduce was build up so that could help, in the case of infection you will need to get ear drops.

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