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My dog has ear infections and won't eat his new food. Why?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Male | neutered | 4 years and 11 months old | 12 lbs

Toby keeps getting ear infections, my vet recommended new dog food, but he refuses to eat any of it.

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Answered By Sarah Derksen, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 23rd, 2019

Hi. Most likely your veterinarian is concerned about food allergies. There are several prescription foods to try. If he doesn't like the one, discuss with your veterinarian trying one of the others

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