Pet Ear Care

Due to the shape of the ear canal, animals are more susceptible to ear infections. Pet ear infections can be very painful, and without treatment, they can develop into severe complications, such as hearing loss, inflammation in the inner ear, or vestibular disease. Fortunately, we have the resources that can help you recognize the signs of pet ear infections before they can become severe. We encourage you to bring your pet here at Alicia Pacific Veterinary Center in Laguna Niguel, CA, whenever he or she is showing signs of an ear infection. Let’s take a closer look at ear infections and how we can treat them with the right treatments.

In dogs, their ear canal is formed into an L-shape, which tends to retain fluid. Because of this, they can experience bacterial and yeast infections. Cats tend to suffer from yeast infections than bacterial. Other causes of ear infections include foreign bodies, ear canal injuries, allergies, mites, and excessive cleaning of the ears.