What's going on when my puppy's ears are itchy and he keeps scratching?

Itchy ears of puppies that keep scratching may be caused by mosquito bites, allergies, ear mites, otitis externa, etc. First of all, if you are bitten by a mosquito on your ear, itching and scratching are normal and there is no need to worry too much. If the itching of the ears is severe and there are other symptoms of discomfort, such as redness and swelling of the skin, it is recommended that the owner take the puppy to a regular hospital for further examination in time to determine the cause and treatment.

1. Mosquito bites

If a mosquito bites the ear, it will cause local skin swelling and itching. The puppy will scratch the ear with its paws to relieve the itching. feel. You can use running water to clean the ears, which is helpful for local skin recovery.

2. Allergy

If the puppy comes into contact with allergens, or eats food that is susceptible to allergies, it will cause an allergic reaction in the body, causing severe itching of the skin, and continuous itching. If you scratch your ears, you can take antihistamines under the guidance of a doctor, which can relieve itching caused by allergies, and the treatment effect is obvious.

3. Ear mites

Ear mites are ear parasites that usually occur in the ear canal. They are mainly caused by not paying attention to local skin cleaning and hygiene, which will lead to a gradual increase in secretions and even cause Purulent conditions may cause local itching and the puppy will frequently scratch its ears with its paws. If not treated in time, the condition may become more serious. It is necessary to clean the local skin, bathe frequently, and use antibiotics as directed by the doctor.

4. Otitis externa

If you suffer from otitis externa, it will cause skin damage to the external auditory canal, causing symptoms such as itching, redness and swelling. In severe cases, it may lead to local suppuration and excessive itching of the skin. , and at the same time, there will also be frequent scratching of the ears, which needs to be improved by following the doctor's advice or using antibiotics.