Why is my Yorkie's ear droopy, hot, and itchy, but looks clean?

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Hi I have a 7 year old yorkies. Iv recently noticed hisome right ear has become a bit droopy he scratches at it alot and sometimes the ear can become quite hot. I am currently waiting on an appointment with my local vet. I have looked in the ear it has no redness swelling and it is spotless clean. He doesn't pull away wen I rub the ear but rather enjoys it as if it'still some sort of relief. Any advice would be highly appreciated. Thank you. Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Male | neutered | 7 years and 6 months old

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Thumper! The most common cause for an itchy, droopy, warm ear is an ear infection. Even if you are not seeing discharge it could be deeper in the ear canal. The dog ear canal is shaped like an "L." You can't see the entire canal with out an otoscope. Ear infections are caused by an overgrowth of yeast and/or bacteria from allergies or excessive moisture in the ear. Another possibility is an itchy ear from allergies with out an infection. We diagnose the infection by swabbing the ear wax and looking under a microscope. If an infection is present an ear wash and drops are prescribed. Sometimes a course of steroids for inflammation/itchiness is also prescribed. I wish Thumper the best!

Why is my Yorkie's ear droopy, hot, and itchy, but looks clean?

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