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Permalink Reply by Lindsay on February 18, 2008 at 7:22am

It doesn't matter what breed you have ALL dogs inevitably get ear infections! If you suspect one you should see your vet because different things can cause ear infections. They will be able to take a ear swab sample and determine if it is a yeast or bacterial infection. Sometimes the medication they will prescribe will vary depending on the type of infection. Usually they will have you clean the ear for about a week and then recommend 1-2 times weekly cleaning. For a home-made cleaner try a half vinegar and half water mixture, never use soap and water. The vinegar will help dry the ear out which means less yeast and bacteria! Just squirt some right in the ear and use cotton balls to wipe it out.

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Permalink Reply by Sam on February 18, 2008 at 12:38pm

Yep, I agree on the vet visit. Could also be ear mites though those usually are a bit itchy to a dog. Typically corgis have very few problems with their ears due to the upright structure which allows them plenty of air and not the moist dark environment where yeast infections usually thrive. It can happen though, my rescue cardi boy has to have his ears cleaned twice weekly to keep him free of infections. Best to have a definitive diagnosis so you may treat them accordingly.

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Permalink Reply by Kristen on February 19, 2008 at 9:12pm

My first Corgi Basil would develop ear infections periodically. Vet visit is a smart move. Not something you want to wait on. We now have a foolproof ear infection prevention device. Our little Shiza-poo. Potter fastideously cleans out our Corgis ears. She is like a cat grooming the other dogs. The Corgis really seem to enjoy it. Kinda grossed me out at first, but it seems to be a bonding thing.

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