{"id":14235,"date":"2022-03-25T10:54:30","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:54:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T10:54:30","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:54:30","slug":"can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/","title":{"rendered":"Can an ear infection cause a dog to go deaf?"},"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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#Can_an_ear_infection_cause_a_dog_to_go_deaf\" title=\"Can an ear infection cause a dog to go deaf?\">Can an ear infection cause a dog to go deaf?<\/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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#What_happens_if_a_dog_ear_yeast_infection_goes_untreated\" title=\"What happens if a dog ear yeast infection goes untreated?\">What happens if a dog ear yeast infection goes untreated?<\/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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#Can_a_dog_regain_hearing_after_ear_infection\" title=\"Can a dog regain hearing after ear infection?\">Can a dog regain hearing after ear infection?<\/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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#Why_has_my_dog_suddenly_gone_deaf\" title=\"Why has my dog suddenly gone deaf?\">Why has my dog suddenly gone deaf?<\/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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#What_would_cause_a_dog_to_suddenly_go_deaf\" title=\"What would cause a dog to suddenly go deaf?\">What would cause a dog to suddenly go deaf?<\/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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#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-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#What_happens_if_yeast_infection_is_left_untreated_in_dogs\" title=\"What happens if yeast infection is left untreated in dogs?\">What happens if yeast infection is left untreated in dogs?<\/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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#How_long_can_a_dog_live_with_an_ear_infection\" title=\"How long can a dog live with an ear infection?\">How long can a dog live with an 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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#Do_dog_ear_yeast_infections_go_away\" title=\"Do dog ear yeast infections go away?\">Do dog ear yeast infections go away?<\/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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#How_can_I_treat_a_yeast_infection_in_my_dogs_ear_without_going_to_the_vet\" title=\"How can I treat a yeast infection in my dog&#8217;s ear without going to the vet?\">How can I treat a yeast infection in my dog&#8217;s ear 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-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#Can_dogs_hearing_come_back_after_ear_infection\" title=\"Can dogs hearing come back after ear infection?\">Can dogs hearing come back after ear infection?<\/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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#Can_hearing_loss_in_dogs_be_reversed\" title=\"Can hearing loss in dogs be reversed?\">Can hearing loss in dogs be reversed?<\/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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#Can_hearing_loss_from_ear_infection_be_reversed\" title=\"Can hearing loss from ear infection be reversed?\">Can hearing loss from ear infection be reversed?<\/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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#How_long_does_temporary_hearing_loss_last_after_ear_infection\" title=\"How long does temporary hearing loss last after ear infection?\">How long does temporary hearing loss last after ear infection?<\/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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#Why_would_a_dog_suddenly_go_deaf\" title=\"Why would a dog suddenly go deaf?\">Why would a dog suddenly go deaf?<\/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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#What_can_I_do_if_my_dog_is_losing_his_hearing\" title=\"What can I do if my dog is losing his hearing?\">What can I do if my dog is losing his hearing?<\/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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#Can_deafness_in_dogs_be_cured\" title=\"Can deafness in dogs be cured?\">Can deafness in dogs be cured?<\/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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_dog_has_gone_deaf\" title=\"How do I know if my dog has gone deaf?\">How do I know if my dog has gone deaf?<\/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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#What_can_cause_sudden_deafness_in_dogs\" title=\"What can cause sudden deafness in dogs?\">What can cause sudden deafness in dogs?<\/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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#What_happens_when_a_dogs_ear_infection_goes_untreated\" title=\"What happens when a dog&#8217;s ear infection goes untreated?\">What happens when a dog&#8217;s ear infection goes untreated?<\/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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#Can_a_dog_ear_infection_cause_death\" title=\"Can a dog ear infection cause death?\">Can a dog ear infection cause death?<\/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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#How_serious_is_an_ear_infection_in_a_dog\" title=\"How serious is an ear infection in a dog?\">How serious is an ear infection in a dog?<\/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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#Can_dogs_die_from_yeast_infection\" title=\"Can dogs die from yeast infection?\">Can dogs die from yeast infection?<\/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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#Is_a_yeast_infection_in_dogs_serious\" title=\"Is a yeast infection in dogs serious?\">Is a yeast infection in dogs serious?<\/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\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/#Do_I_need_to_take_my_dog_to_the_vet_for_a_yeast_infection\" title=\"Do I need to take my dog to the vet for a yeast infection?\">Do I need to take my dog to the vet for a yeast infection?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_an_ear_infection_cause_a_dog_to_go_deaf\"><\/span>Can an ear infection cause a dog to go deaf?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Two potential long-term complications of inner ear infection include a permanently altered sense of balance and\/or persistent signs of Horner&#8217;s syndrome. Your dog <b>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=\"What_happens_if_a_dog_ear_yeast_infection_goes_untreated\"><\/span>What happens if a dog ear yeast infection goes untreated?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>What Untreated Ear Infections May Lead To. <b>Ear infections that are not treated can spread from the outer part of the ear into the middle or inner ear of the dog. When the infection or inflammation spreads to the middle ear, it is termed otitis media.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_dog_regain_hearing_after_ear_infection\"><\/span>Can a dog regain hearing after ear infection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Acquired deafness may result from blockage of the external ear canal due to longterm inflammation (otitis externa) or excessive ear wax. It may also occur due to a ruptured ear drum or inflammation of the middle or inner ear. <b>Hearing usually returns after these types of conditions are resolved<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_has_my_dog_suddenly_gone_deaf\"><\/span>Why has my dog suddenly gone deaf?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>What are the causes of deafness in dogs? Deafness may be caused by a number of factors, including <b>congenital defects, chronic ear infections, head injuries, drug toxicity, degenerative nerve changes, old age or disease, such as a tumor or ruptured ear drum.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_would_cause_a_dog_to_suddenly_go_deaf\"><\/span>What would cause a dog to suddenly go deaf?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Acquired deafness may result from <b>blockage of the external ear canal due to longterm inflammation (otitis externa) or excessive ear wax. It may also occur due to a ruptured ear drum or inflammation of the middle or inner ear.  Degeneration of the cochlea in aged dogs is the most common cause of acquired deafness.<\/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>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=\"What_happens_if_yeast_infection_is_left_untreated_in_dogs\"><\/span>What happens if yeast infection is left untreated in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>They may be chewing or biting at skin that has become darker or redder. The most blatant symptom, elephant skin, will appear in more advanced cases. Left untreated, this fungal skin infection <b>can lead to secondary bacterial infections<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_can_a_dog_live_with_an_ear_infection\"><\/span>How long can a dog live with an ear infection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most uncomplicated ear infections resolve within <b>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=\"Do_dog_ear_yeast_infections_go_away\"><\/span>Do dog ear yeast infections go away?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>It can take up to six weeks for the infection to go away. Your vet might recommend a full cleaning of the dog&#8217;s ear canal. If the problem is chronic, ask about special cleansers and ear-drying solutions that can be used at home.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_treat_a_yeast_infection_in_my_dogs_ear_without_going_to_the_vet\"><\/span>How can I treat a yeast infection in my dog&#8217;s ear 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_dogs_hearing_come_back_after_ear_infection\"><\/span>Can dogs hearing come back after ear infection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ear infections, particularly the inner ear (otitis interna) can produce transient or permanent deafness. While the middle ear, otitis media, can experience sound blocking due to an infection, <b>your dog&#8217;s body should eventually clear this out with hearing improvement<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_hearing_loss_in_dogs_be_reversed\"><\/span>Can hearing loss in dogs be reversed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Treatment and Prevention of Deafness and Hearing Loss <b>Some causes of deafness in dogs can be reversed; others cannot. 1ufeff For example, infections and injuries to the ear or brain may respond to treatment, but sometimes the damage caused is irreversible.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_hearing_loss_from_ear_infection_be_reversed\"><\/span>Can hearing loss from ear infection be reversed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A permanent hearing loss can develop and become worse (more severe) but never get better. This means that <b>the hearing loss cannot be reversed and that there is no medical cure or treatment that can bring the hearing back or restore hearing, unless the hearing loss is caused by e.g. infections or earwax.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_temporary_hearing_loss_last_after_ear_infection\"><\/span>How long does temporary hearing loss last after ear infection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Hearing loss from an ear infection is usually temporary. Once the ear infection starts to clear up, you&#8217;ll likely find that your hearing will begin to improve. But sometimes the fluid can linger in the middle ear for <b>several weeks or even as long as 3 months<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_would_a_dog_suddenly_go_deaf\"><\/span>Why would a dog suddenly go deaf?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Acquired deafness may result from <b>blockage of the external ear canal due to longterm inflammation (otitis externa) or excessive ear wax. It may also occur due to a ruptured ear drum or inflammation of the middle or inner ear. Hearing usually returns after these types of conditions are resolved.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_do_if_my_dog_is_losing_his_hearing\"><\/span>What can I do if my dog is losing his hearing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog loses his hearing, the first thing you need to do is <b>learn a new way to communicate with each other. For slowly progressing hearing loss, work on incorporating hand signals into any verbal training commands. Sudden deafness requires a more intensive hand-training program.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_deafness_in_dogs_be_cured\"><\/span>Can deafness in dogs be cured?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While <b>there is no definitive cure for deafness, your veterinarian can treat for any underlying health issues that may be causing the hearing loss, including ear infections, blocked ear canals and medication toxicity.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_dog_has_gone_deaf\"><\/span>How do I know if my dog has gone deaf?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>What are the symptoms of deafness in dogs?<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Show a change in obedience or attentiveness.<\/li>\n<li>Appear unresponsive to everyday sounds, such as the doorbell or vacuum.<\/li>\n<li>Appear unresponsive to his\/her name.<\/li>\n<li>Fail to respond to familiar verbal commands.<\/li>\n<li>Be difficult to rouse from sleep.<\/li>\n<li>Be less active.<\/li>\n<li>Bark excessively.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_cause_sudden_deafness_in_dogs\"><\/span>What can cause sudden deafness in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Causes of Deafness and Hearing Loss in Dogs<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Severe ear infections, tumors, parasitic infections, drug toxicity, or traumatic injury can harm the tympanum (eardrum) or the inner\/middle ear, resulting in temporary or permanent deafness.  <\/li>\n<li>Deafness in dogs may also be congenital, meaning it was present at birth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_when_a_dogs_ear_infection_goes_untreated\"><\/span>What happens when a dog&#8217;s ear infection goes untreated?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Symptoms of canine ear infections include head shaking, scratching at or rubbing the affected ear, discharge, bad odor, redness inside the ear, swelling of the ear canal, pain, itchiness and crusts or scabs inside the ear or along the ear margin.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_dog_ear_infection_cause_death\"><\/span>Can a dog ear infection cause death?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most uncomplicated ear infections resolve within <b>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_serious_is_an_ear_infection_in_a_dog\"><\/span>How serious is an ear infection in a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If left untreated, patients can experience permanent fur loss. <b>In severe cases, death is possible. The primary cause of puppy strangles immune-mediated, meaning, the puppies immune system is not responding appropriately to the infection.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_die_from_yeast_infection\"><\/span>Can dogs die from yeast infection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>A yeast infection is not fatal in itself but may lead to complications if left untreated. A yeast infection occurs when there is an overgrowth of yeast, which may result in clinical signs similar to those of allergies or other conditions.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_yeast_infection_in_dogs_serious\"><\/span>Is a yeast infection in dogs serious?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Itchy, irritated skin with a distinct odor can be an indication of a yeast infection, a common skin concern for dogs. A dog will typically develop a yeast infection on the skin or in the ears. Regardless of location, a yeast infection can cause extreme discomfort and <b>can be an indication of a more serious issue<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_I_need_to_take_my_dog_to_the_vet_for_a_yeast_infection\"><\/span>Do I need to take my dog to the vet for a yeast infection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re concerned about your dog&#8217;s wellbeing, <b>your first step should always be to consult a veterinarian. That being said, a yeast infection in your dog can be easily treated with topical antifungal shampoo simply by applying at the site of infection.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Can an ear infection cause a dog to go deaf?What happens if a dog ear yeast infection goes untreated?Can a dog regain hearing after ear infection?Why has my dog suddenly gone deaf?What would cause a dog to suddenly go deaf?What happens to a dog with an untreated ear infection?What happens if yeast&#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":[],"class_list":["post-14235","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14235"}],"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=14235"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14235\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14235"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=14235"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=14235"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}