Ear Infection News

Well, got Cooper in yesterday to the Vet, where they did a Cytology, let us know it was more yeast than bacterial. Apparently this is common with his breed (all dogs really). I have to wonder how many people are like me, thinking ear mites, and end up making the problem much worse. I made it worse, by using the cleaning solution from the veterinarian’s office, and even though they said to not let the tip touch to prevent if it is an infection (took three people to hold him, so not possible).

Now he’ll be doing eardrops, Tresaderm, 6 in each ear and two on that part that is now inflamed on his ear (scratching). He does the drops two times a day, than we do the cleaning stuff every other day.

I am so glad that I called the Vet’s office before I started to do things like “olive oil”. Which I would have because it seems natural. After many years of having cats, it looked like ear mites to me. I think from now on I will look at the two different worlds (cats and dogs) with a fresh set of eyes. From the difference in their play, to the issues each has, and even how to live with each kind of species.