Some breeds which have hair growing in the inner ear canal like schnauzers are also more susceptible to yeast infection.
Signs of yeast infection in dogs ears.
If the yeast infection in the ear is caused by a local problem in the ear topical antifungal ointments or creams such as miconazole commonly known as monistat and ketoconazole are usually prescribed.
In puppies ear mites can also be a source of infection.
Because yeast is present even in a healthy ear there will need to be a higher than normal amount of it present to indicate an infection.
Dog s ears are most prone to yeast infection and other commonly affected areas are their feet skin folds toes paw pads and between the digits of their paws.
Yeast imbalance in dogs ear.
Jennifer coates veterinary advisor for petmd.
If your dog is showing signs of an ear infection.
Head shaking the ears are far and away the most common location for a yeast infection marrinan says.
Natural remedies for yeast infection in dogs are very common as well.
A veterinarian can confirm whether your dog has a yeast infection by swabbing his ear and having a lab technician view the sample under a microscope.
Ear infections are typically caused by bacteria yeast or a combination of both.