Comprehensive Ear Care Services for Dogs and Cats

At Canton Animal Hospital, we offer complete ear care for dogs and cats—addressing everything from routine cleanings to complex infections and surgical treatment. Ear problems in pets are more than just a nuisance—they can lead to pain, hearing loss, chronic discomfort, and changes in behavior if left untreated.

Our experienced veterinary team is trained to diagnose and treat all stages of ear disease, using advanced diagnostic tools, targeted therapies, and minimally invasive techniques to restore your pet’s comfort and ear health.

Common Ear Conditions We Treat

Our team is equipped to diagnose and treat a wide range of ear-related conditions in pets. Early intervention can prevent complications such as hearing loss, chronic pain, or facial nerve damage. Some of the most common issues we address include:

• Otitis externa (outer ear infection): Often caused by bacteria, yeast, or allergies, this condition leads to inflammation of the external ear canal, resulting in itching, odor, and discharge.

• Otitis media (middle ear infection): Frequently a complication of untreated otitis externa, this deeper infection can cause head tilt, pain near the ear, and balance issues.

• Otitis interna (inner ear infection): A serious and sometimes neurologically impactful infection that can result in severe dizziness, nystagmus, and hearing loss.

• Ear mite infestations (Otodectes cynotis): Highly contagious parasites that trigger intense itching and dark, waxy buildup, especially common in young cats and dogs.

• Chronic ear infections secondary to allergies: Recurring infections often stem from underlying food or environmental allergies, which must be addressed to prevent relapse.

• Ear hematomas: Blood-filled swellings in the ear flap, often due to head shaking or scratching, requiring surgical intervention to prevent scarring or deformity.

• Ear canal tumors and polyps: Growths inside the ear canal, either benign or malignant, that can obstruct the canal, cause infection, or lead to balance problems.

• Foreign bodies or trauma: Objects like grass awns or injuries from rough play can result in acute inflammation or infection if not removed and treated promptly.