I have a 2 1/2 year old chihuahua. The past couple days I have noticed something wrong with his right ear. He seems to gently scratch it and if we touch it seems to hurt because he cries. Also we noticed the ear flops down lower then the other. I ordered ear drops for him and we have been putting warm compress on him. But it has not seem to get much better.

Updated On April 5th, 2020

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 7 months old | 5 lbs

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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I suspect Coffee has an ear infection, which could be caused by yeast or bacteria. Leaving this untreated can lead to hearing loss, so it's very important you take him into the vet in the morning. The vet can diagnose if he does have an ear infection, what is causing it, and can treat him. I hope this hopes!

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