From dog bites to ear mites, there's a lot that can cause ear swelling in your dog. To keep your canine companion healthy, it helps to know the signs of a dog's ear problems, what to do when they ...

The ear canal of dogs is much more vertical than the human ear canal. This L-shape makes it more susceptible to holding fluid and disruption from bacteria, yeast, or ear mites — all of which are ...

Ear infections aren’t contagious, but the infections that cause them can be. Some health conditions, like allergies or swollen adenoids, can also increase your risk of ear infections. An ear infection ...

Dear Doctor: My boyfriend let a friend of his pierce his earlobe and cartilage, and both places got infected. He says things will get better on their own, but I’m worried. What should he be doing?