My cocker is 9 years old and has infections basically since birth. He is on special food from the vet, not scraps, ear cleaning reg. and on Bennidryl daily for his ears, but they always stink, hot, the lightest shade is dark pink. The one ear is his problem(left) it has scar tissue, at his age is he too old to have the drum removed to prevent infection and does that really work. ? he seems to be effected by the enviroment as well. I spend thousands of dollars a year on his ears and I will keep doing it till he dies, but any other suggestions?
2007-01-28 13:11:36 · 6 answers · asked by steelgal 4 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Unfortunately, you have a beautiful breed of dog with some of the worst ears imaginable. The website below suggests that you feed Cockers in deep, narrow bowls so that their ears don't get wet or dirty with food debris or water, clipping the ear hair or tying the ears back periodically to promote air circulation, and of course, frequent cleaning and calling the vet upon yucky smells. Hope that helped!
2007-01-28 13:21:25 · answer #1 · answered by Frogess 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a Cocker Spaniel that is 17 years old, he has the same problem with his ears. The best thing is keep water out of them. Also, having the vet wash them out will help you get a fresh start to keeping them clean. Clean as needed and use a cleaning solution from the vet helps.
2007-01-28 21:22:11 · answer #2 · answered by memawca1996 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The ear surgery you speak of would work, and it should be done by a specialist. It would greatly benefit your dog- he would be pain free and you would not have to worry about the smell and infections anymore. He would become deaf in that ear- if he isnt already. He is young! My cocker is 8 and I dont think that is too old! Speak with you vet about this- and also get a referral for a consult with a specialist. As long as he is healthy otherwise- I would rec. the surgery. good luck!
2007-01-28 21:19:43 · answer #3 · answered by CHELIFAN24 THE CUP IS HOME!!!!!! 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The problem would be, could he handle the anesthesia? Dogs over the age of 7 are considered geriatric. A long as your vet does a complete blood panel to make sure he is in general good health and the risk of anesthesia is low (there is always a risk with any anesthetic procedure) the actual surgery shouldn't be a problem.
2007-01-28 21:26:31 · answer #4 · answered by yvonne 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've had several cockers. What helps is feeding the raw diet. But the sooner you start the better and its kinda late for a 9-year-old. Other than the constant medication I don't think there is much else you can do.
2007-01-28 21:37:25 · answer #5 · answered by bzzflygirl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes it would
2007-01-28 21:18:59 · answer #6 · answered by Answerfinder1360 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋