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My dog's ear is oozing green pus. Do I need to see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Beagle | Male | unneutered | 3 years and 4 months old | 35 lbs

My dog has had an ear infection now its oozing a green brown pus. I've recently been actively cleaning it and adding a collidal silver ointment. It seems to be getting slowly better but I'm only on day 3 of this home treatment

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on November 7th, 2018

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This is likely due to an ear infection. I recommend that you have Tocket evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. Your veterinarian would be able to check what type of infection is present and treat accordingly. Usually this resolves with topical therapy. Good luck and have a good night!

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