Sheepies - Prone to Ear Infections?
He seems to have a stinky ear all the time! He has medication but seems as soon as we've got it under control and continue to clean his ears with ear cleaner, boom it's back again. We clean his ears every week and it's this brown color, very gross. The vet has just kept prescribing the ear medication for him. Any ideas of what's causing it? |
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| Maggie ALWAYS seems to have either an ear infection or a urinary tract infection...so she gets pretty stinky too. She'll be on antibiotics and it'll clear up and then they'll come back... |
| Yes oes are prone to ear infections... it's really important to keep the inside of their ears clear of hair, and clean them regularily. I would say once a week, pluck a little, clean a lot. They don't get the air circulation in there so moisture and bacteria and fungi build up easily. |
| The ears are one thing that must be kept on top of. I took care of a sheepie for a few weeks that had severe ear infection problems. He had to have his ear canals drilled lower in his head and his ears were hard and thick, almost like your hand between the fingers and the wrist. |
| Has Hendrix had a swab from the ear tested to see if it is bacterial, fungi or yeast infection.?
I had problems with brie and ended up having a swab tested and turned out what she was having in ear drops only contained it but would not clear it up, so new drops after testing and all gone now 
Turned out it was a yeast infection due to airborne allergens. So when it flares, seems to be when the wattle flowers come out, I have drops on hand to control and clear it up.
And yes make sure all the hair in the ear is plucked out so air can get in and keep it dry. You can get an ear powder, bio groom has a good one, to help pluck the hair out with no pain and keep all nice and dry. |
| My Harley (GSD) had chronic ear problems.
As soon as one infection cleared up he would get another. The one thing that did help was Panalog. Then cleansing regularly. His infections were also yeast infections caused by allergies. |
| Tasker is the KING of ear infections, he gets one about every 6-8 weeks. Recently the Vet has suggested having his ears cleaned under anesthesia but at this point after 10 years of ear infections it's a bit late. He's already deaf in one ear and can't hear very well in the other.
We clean, pluck and dry his ears about every 4 or 5 days. I use an antibiotic ointment afer every cleaning. |
| Ginny,
Does Tasker get Yeast Infections? If so we found this stuff that worked great called Malaseb. It is a Prescription medicated Ear Wash to fight yeast and keep the ears dry. We would use it about three times a week. Harley's problem was he would always sit in dirt and scratch his ears getting all sorts of stuff in there. He also had very deep ears. With the Malaseb we went an entire year without problems. |
| No, he's been cultured a number of times and it's ever yeast (wish it was, it would be easier to solve!!). |
| Yep, Hendrix had a swab taken of his ear and it was yeast. I'll trim his ear hair and go back to his medication for a bit. |
| I think feeding a dry food with wheat in it causes most of the yeast problems. Ears, licking feet etc....... I use Messingile vinegar and water douce and add just a little rubbling alcohol to dry the moisture . Any time you have a breed that the ears hang down and cover the ear channel they are prone to have more problems. And you do need to keep the hair pulled. Some have a lot of hair and others don't. Then I use a product used for women that have vaginal yeast infections....... Crannberries capsules given a couple of times a week no UTI in years . I think the over use of antibotics causes many problems. Then you really need to use a antibotic and it doesn't work. This works for me. It is just My Opinion. LOOK AT WHEAT not only in their dry kibble but the treats that you give them......SHeepie Hugs, Kaye |
Hendrix's Mom wrote: Yep, Hendrix had a swab taken of his ear and it was yeast. I'll trim his ear hair and go back to his medication for a bit.
You can't trim it, you have to pull it out..... |
| Bosley hates me fussing with his ears, and whines and pulls...I think it tickles him.
Dixie LOVES getting her ears plucked. She plops her head down on my lap and I pull away. Or if she is lying down she will just doze off while I clear her ears out. |
| Kaye does the cranberry capsules help for yeast infections in the ears?
Very interested in that option and do you give them to the bitches a few times a week just for maintenace? Especially to ward off UTI infections as well, use to have problems with Kelsey and UTI till she was spayed. So is it given as a preventative for entire bitches? |
| Lisa, I use the cranberry capsules for Uninary Tract Problems. Solid Gpld has a product out I think it is Berry Berry. But I give the girls cranberry capsules at least 2 to 3 times a week. The boys get it to. But the girls are more prone to get UTI's. You know you are told told to drink cranberry juice if you think you're getting a bladder infection? It works the same with the Furry Babies. Give it a try. It sure isn't going to hurt them and it sure beat a Vet bill and antibotics. Been using cranberries and blueberries for oer 3 years and not one UTI......... Seepie Hugs, Kaye |
| Maybe this should be under it's own topic...it's not about ears anymore but the other end...oh well!
Hi All I use Berry Balance for the girlie sheepies... Solid Gold Berry Balance information for those curious minds... I thought the marshmallow was a typo 
Guess not 
Diane A natural cranberry & blueberry extract with marshmallow and vitamin C, to help support a healthy urinary tract. For use in cats and dogs who are prone to Struvite crystals and urinary tract infections. Cranberries and blueberries contain a substance called hippuric acid which helps to prevent bacteria from adhering to the bladder wall, which can cause infections. Berry Balance helps to maintain a healthy urinary tract pH, to control Struvite crystal formation. This product should not be used for animals who are prone to Calcium Oxalate crystals, nor should it be used in conjunction with medical or commercial "acidifying" diets. Always consult a veterinarian if you suspect your pet has urinary tract problems. Package: 3.5-oz container Shipping Weight: 0.5 -lbs Price: $24.71 Important Information: Feeding Rocommendations Always consult a veterinarian if you suspect your pet may have urinary tract problems. Ingredients: Cranberry, Blueberry, Whey, Vitamin C, Marshmallow, Silica. Guaranteed Analysis: Protein (min) 3.5 Fat (min) 3.5 Fiber (max) 1.5 Solid Gold Berry Balance Facts:: A natural cranberry and blueberry extract with marshmallow and vitamin C, to help support the healthy functioning of the urinary tract. For use in cats and dogs prone to struvite crystals and bladder infections. This product helps to balance urinary tract pH, to dissolve struvite (Magnesium- Ammonium-Phosphate) crystals, which may develop in urine if it is too alkaline. Cranberries and blueberries contain a substance called Hippuric Acid, which has been shown in recent studies, to have antibiotic activity, which helps to prevent bacteria such as E-coli, from adhering to the bladder wall, thus inhibiting the development of infections. Blueberries contain powerful antioxidants, which cleanse the body of harmful free-radicals and promote good health. They are also thought to be helpful for bone and joint problems associated with free radical damage. Did you know that we also use blueberries and cranberries in our dry dog and cat foods? Urinary tract blockages and infections are serious conditions and immediate veterinary attention should be sought if your pet shows signs of frequent urination, discomfort, or straining. Berry-Balance can be used to support the urinary tract and help reduce the risk of further infection or struvite formation. This product should not be used for calcium-oxalate crystals, nor should it be used in conjunction with a medical or commercial “acidifying” diet. Increased stress can predispose pets (especially cats) to urinary tract disorders because fear can lead to reluctance to make trips to the yard or litter box and drinking water. Increased fluid intake is recommended for animals prone to urinary tract problems. Canned foods provide more moisture than dry kibble, and plenty of fresh drinking water should be available at all times. http://www.petfooddirect.com/store/prod ... rand_id=73 |
| I use the Berry Balance for Izzie too. It gets mixed in with her yogurt and dry food. She also gets daily cranberry pills. I think it really helps with the bladder infections/ UTI's.
Amanda |
Thanks everyone for the information, going to give it to the girls  |
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