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Why are my Chihuahua's ears scabby and no longer standing up?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | 1 year and 8 months old | 2.7 lbs

My Chihuahua Dallas has scabs on both his ears on the inside toward the top, I dont know where it came from, they dont go out side, and the top part of his ear are down not pointed up like they used to be.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on January 20th, 2019

Dallas is so cute, look at those ears! The scabs could be from him scratching his ears, which can be a sign of an ear infection. I'd have him checked out by a vet on Monday. If he does have an ear infection, the vet can treat him for it. Best of luck.

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