Why is my dog shaking his head after ear cleaning? Ear infection?

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Ferdinand has been shaking his head very often, usually that is his que that his ears need to be cleaned but even after cleaning them he’s still shaking his head constantly. Could he have an ear infection? Pet's info: Dog | Plott | Male | neutered

David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

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 Ferdinand to the vet and get the ears checked, then a prescription ear drops will be prescribed according to the infectious agent.

Why is my dog shaking his head after ear cleaning? Ear infection?

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