{"id":13983,"date":"2022-03-25T10:56:10","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:56:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T10:56:10","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:56:10","slug":"how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/","title":{"rendered":"How can I treat my dogs ear infection at home?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#How_can_I_treat_my_dogs_ear_infection_at_home\" title=\"How can I treat my dogs ear infection at home?\">How can I treat my dogs ear infection at home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#How_can_I_treat_my_dogs_ear_infection_without_going_to_the_vet\" title=\"How can I treat my dogs ear infection without going to the vet?\">How can I treat my dogs ear infection without going to the vet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#How_can_I_get_rid_of_my_dogs_ear_infection_at_home\" title=\"How can I get rid of my dogs ear infection at home?\">How can I get rid of my dogs ear infection at home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#How_can_I_get_rid_of_my_dogs_ear_infection_without_going_to_the_vet\" title=\"How can I get rid of my dogs ear infection without going to the vet?\">How can I get rid of my dogs ear infection without going to the vet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#Will_dog_ear_infection_go_away_on_its_own\" title=\"Will dog ear infection go away on its own?\">Will dog ear infection go away on its own?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#What_medicine_can_I_give_my_dog_for_an_ear_infection\" title=\"What medicine can I give my dog for an ear infection?\">What medicine can I give my dog for an ear infection?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#Is_there_a_home_remedy_for_dog_ear_infection\" title=\"Is there a home remedy for dog ear infection?\">Is there a home remedy for dog ear infection?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#What_can_I_use_to_treat_my_dogs_ear_infection\" title=\"What can I use to treat my dogs ear infection?\">What can I use to treat my dogs ear infection?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#How_can_I_treat_my_dogs_ear_infection_without_the_inner_vet\" title=\"How can I treat my dogs ear infection without the inner vet?\">How can I treat my dogs ear infection without the inner vet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#What_kills_ear_infection_in_dogs\" title=\"What kills ear infection in dogs?\">What kills ear infection in dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#Can_a_dog_get_over_an_ear_infection_without_antibiotics\" title=\"Can a dog get over an ear infection without antibiotics?\">Can a dog get over an ear infection without antibiotics?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#What_happens_to_a_dog_with_an_untreated_ear_infection\" title=\"What happens to a dog with an untreated ear infection?\">What happens to a dog with an untreated ear infection?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#How_long_does_it_take_for_a_dog_ear_infection_to_go_away\" title=\"How long does it take for a dog ear infection to go away?\">How long does it take for a dog ear infection to go away?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#Can_you_use_human_antibiotic_ear_drops_on_dogs\" title=\"Can you use human antibiotic ear drops on dogs?\">Can you use human antibiotic ear drops on dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#How_can_I_treat_my_dogs_ear_infection_without_going_to_the_vet-2\" title=\"How can I treat my dog&#8217;s ear infection without going to the vet?\">How can I treat my dog&#8217;s ear infection without going to the vet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#Can_you_treat_dog_ear_infection_without_drops\" title=\"Can you treat dog ear infection without drops?\">Can you treat dog ear infection without drops?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#How_can_I_soothe_my_dogs_ear_infection\" title=\"How can I soothe my dogs ear infection?\">How can I soothe my dogs ear infection?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#Can_ear_infections_in_dogs_be_fatal\" title=\"Can ear infections in dogs be fatal?\">Can ear infections in dogs be fatal?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#Can_an_untreated_ear_infection_cause_damage\" title=\"Can an untreated ear infection cause damage?\">Can an untreated ear infection cause damage?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#How_long_does_it_take_for_a_dogs_ear_infection_to_clear\" title=\"How long does it take for a dog&#8217;s ear infection to clear?\">How long does it take for a dog&#8217;s ear infection to clear?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#Do_dog_ear_infections_go_away_on_their_own\" title=\"Do dog ear infections go away on their own?\">Do dog ear infections go away on their own?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#Why_is_my_dogs_ear_infection_not_going_away\" title=\"Why is my dog&#8217;s ear infection not going away?\">Why is my dog&#8217;s ear infection not going away?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#Can_you_use_human_ear_antibiotics_on_dogs\" title=\"Can you use human ear antibiotics on dogs?\">Can you use human ear antibiotics on dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#Can_I_use_human_ear_drop_on_my_dog\" title=\"Can I use human ear drop on my dog?\">Can I use human ear drop on my dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/#What_Antibiotics_Can_you_give_a_dog_for_an_ear_infection\" title=\"What Antibiotics Can you give a dog for an ear infection?\">What Antibiotics Can you give a dog for an ear infection?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_treat_my_dogs_ear_infection_at_home\"><\/span>How can I treat my dogs ear infection at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Apple cider vinegar works by killing both yeast and bacteria. Use a mixture of 50% organic apple cider vinegar and 50% water, soak a cotton ball and clean your dog&#8217;s ears. If you notice your dog in pain or her ears drying out too much, discontinue use and see your vet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_treat_my_dogs_ear_infection_without_going_to_the_vet\"><\/span>How can I treat my dogs ear infection without going to the vet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Apple cider vinegar works by killing both yeast and bacteria. Use a mixture of 50% organic apple cider vinegar and 50% water, soak a cotton ball and clean your dog&#8217;s ears. If you notice your dog in pain or her ears drying out too much, discontinue use and see your vet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_get_rid_of_my_dogs_ear_infection_at_home\"><\/span>How can I get rid of my dogs ear infection at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Apple cider vinegar has been shown to kill yeast and bacteria  the two main causes of dog ear infections. To use this remedy, you can either wet a cotton ball and swab it around the inside of your pet&#8217;s ear or put a small amount of the liquid in your dog&#8217;s ear with a syringe.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_get_rid_of_my_dogs_ear_infection_without_going_to_the_vet\"><\/span>How can I get rid of my dogs ear infection without going to the vet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Water  Apple Cider Vinegar<\/b> Organic, unrefined, all-natural Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) is a popular household item that can help fight and prevent ear infections. Add only a small capful of ACV to 2 cups water and stir. For an ear infection, gently pour a small amount of the mixture into the canal and massage the ears.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_dog_ear_infection_go_away_on_its_own\"><\/span>Will dog ear infection go away on its own?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Apple cider vinegar works by killing both yeast and bacteria. Use a mixture of 50% organic apple cider vinegar and 50% water, soak a cotton ball and clean your dog&#8217;s ears. If you notice your dog in pain or her ears drying out too much, discontinue use and see your vet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_medicine_can_I_give_my_dog_for_an_ear_infection\"><\/span>What medicine can I give my dog for an ear infection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>In most cases, a dog&#8217;s ear infection will not go away on its own. What&#8217;s worse, if you wait too long to treat the ear infection, it can become much more difficult to get under control. An untreated ear infection can lead to chronic issues, hearing loss, and sometimes the need for expensive surgery.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_there_a_home_remedy_for_dog_ear_infection\"><\/span>Is there a home remedy for dog ear infection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dab a cotton ball with hydrogen peroxide and add drops of coconut oil for your dog&#8217;s ears; it is an effective cleanser. Apple cider vinegar and equal parts water can be used to clean the ears against infection, but do not use this if the ear tissue is raw.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_use_to_treat_my_dogs_ear_infection\"><\/span>What can I use to treat my dogs ear infection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How are Dog Ear Infections Treated? <b>Your veterinarian will thoroughly clean your dog&#8217;s ears using a medicated ear cleanser. Your vet may also prescribe an ear cleanser and a topical medication for you to use at home. In severe cases, your vet may prescribe oral antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_treat_my_dogs_ear_infection_without_the_inner_vet\"><\/span>How can I treat my dogs ear infection without the inner vet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Water  Apple Cider Vinegar<\/b> For an ear infection, gently pour a small amount of the mixture into the canal and massage the ears. Then take a cotton ball and gently absorb as much as you can. For preventative care, simply clean the outer ears with the same mixture and apply it with a cotton ball.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_kills_ear_infection_in_dogs\"><\/span>What kills ear infection in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Water  Apple Cider Vinegar<\/b> Organic, unrefined, all-natural Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) is a popular household item that can help fight and prevent ear infections. Add only a small capful of ACV to 2 cups water and stir. For an ear infection, gently pour a small amount of the mixture into the canal and massage the ears.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_dog_get_over_an_ear_infection_without_antibiotics\"><\/span>Can a dog get over an ear infection without antibiotics?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Apple cider vinegar works by killing both yeast and bacteria. Use a mixture of 50% organic apple cider vinegar and 50% water, soak a cotton ball and clean your dog&#8217;s ears. If you notice your dog in pain or her ears drying out too much, discontinue use and see your vet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_to_a_dog_with_an_untreated_ear_infection\"><\/span>What happens to a dog with an untreated ear infection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>In severe cases, your vet may prescribe oral antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications. Most uncomplicated ear infections resolve within 12 weeks, once appropriate treatment begins. But severe infections or those due to underlying conditions may take months to resolve, or may become chronic problems.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_for_a_dog_ear_infection_to_go_away\"><\/span>How long does it take for a dog ear infection to go away?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Two potential long-term complications of inner ear infection include <b>a permanently altered sense of balance and\/or persistent signs of Horner&#8217;s syndrome. Your dog may also become permanently deaf in the affected ear. That said, most dogs with otitis interna respond well to medical management.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_use_human_antibiotic_ear_drops_on_dogs\"><\/span>Can you use human antibiotic ear drops on dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Apple cider vinegar works by killing both yeast and bacteria. Use a mixture of 50% organic apple cider vinegar and 50% water, soak a cotton ball and clean your dog&#8217;s ears. If you notice your dog in pain or her ears drying out too much, discontinue use and see your vet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_treat_my_dogs_ear_infection_without_going_to_the_vet-2\"><\/span>How can I treat my dog&#8217;s ear infection without going to the vet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Apple cider vinegar works by killing both yeast and bacteria. Use a mixture of 50% organic apple cider vinegar and 50% water, soak a cotton ball and clean your dog&#8217;s ears. If you notice your dog in pain or her ears drying out too much, discontinue use and see your vet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_treat_dog_ear_infection_without_drops\"><\/span>Can you treat dog ear infection without drops?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Apple cider vinegar works by killing both yeast and bacteria. Use a mixture of 50% organic apple cider vinegar and 50% water, soak a cotton ball and clean your dog&#8217;s ears. If you notice your dog in pain or her ears drying out too much, discontinue use and see your vet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_soothe_my_dogs_ear_infection\"><\/span>How can I soothe my dogs ear infection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Never put anything in your dog&#8217;s ear without veterinary instruction. Your veterinary team can help you find the ideal treatment to treat the infection and give your dog much-needed relief. Itchy, uncomfortable ears can be caused by everything from ear infections to allergies and ear mites.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_ear_infections_in_dogs_be_fatal\"><\/span>Can ear infections in dogs be fatal?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dogs that have long-standing ear infections may develop an irreversible disease of the ear canal. Due to chronic inflammation, the ear canal becomes very thickened and can turn into bone. As a result, the infection will not resolve with medications.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_an_untreated_ear_infection_cause_damage\"><\/span>Can an untreated ear infection cause damage?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Water  Apple Cider Vinegar<\/b> For an ear infection, gently pour a small amount of the mixture into the canal and massage the ears. Then take a cotton ball and gently absorb as much as you can. For preventative care, simply clean the outer ears with the same mixture and apply it with a cotton ball.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_for_a_dogs_ear_infection_to_clear\"><\/span>How long does it take for a dog&#8217;s ear infection to clear?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When caught early and provided with appropriate treatment, uncomplicated dog ear infections typically clear up within just <b>a week or two. If your pup&#8217;s ear infection is more severe or is due to an underlying health condition, treatment may be more challenging and may take months to resolve.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dog_ear_infections_go_away_on_their_own\"><\/span>Do dog ear infections go away on their own?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>In most cases, a dog&#8217;s ear infection will not go away on its own. What&#8217;s worse, if you wait too long to treat the ear infection, it can become much more difficult to get under control. An untreated ear infection can lead to chronic issues, hearing loss, and sometimes the need for expensive surgery.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dogs_ear_infection_not_going_away\"><\/span>Why is my dog&#8217;s ear infection not going away?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There can be many reasons your dog continues to get recurrent ear infections. <b>The most common cause is allergies, which are usually caused by food or environmental allergies. But we&#8217;ll focus on those later. Endocrine (hormonal) disease can also be a trigger for recurrent otitis.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_use_human_ear_antibiotics_on_dogs\"><\/span>Can you use human ear antibiotics on dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Many dogs are prone to ear infections and other problems, but can you use human ear drops to treat your dog? Well, it is important to remember that dogs respond differently than humans to certain drugs and chemicals, so <b>you should not use human ear drops if your dog has an ear infection or problem.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_use_human_ear_drop_on_my_dog\"><\/span>Can I use human ear drop on my dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Finally, it is critical that you <b>never use human ear cleaners or ear drops on your dog unless recommended by your veterinarian. Hydrogen peroxide is also never recommended, since it can leave water behind in the ear canal, ultimately making the infection worse.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Antibiotics_Can_you_give_a_dog_for_an_ear_infection\"><\/span>What Antibiotics Can you give a dog for an ear infection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Antibiotics (such as <b>amoxicillin-clavulanate, enrofloxacin, clindamycin, or cefpodoxime) will be used for a bacterial infection for 6-8 weeks minimum. If the infection is fungal in nature, an anti-fungal medication (most often itraconazole) will be prescribed.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How can I treat my dogs ear infection at home?How can I treat my dogs ear infection without going to the vet?How can I get rid of my dogs ear infection at home?How can I get rid of my dogs ear infection without going to the vet?Will dog ear infection go away&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13983"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=13983"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13983\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=13983"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=13983"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=13983"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}