Can dogs get an inner ear infection?

Yes, dogs can get inner ear infections. Inner ear infections are less common than outer ear infections, but they are more serious. They are caused by bacteria, viruses, or yeast that travel from the outer ear into the inner ear. Symptoms of an inner ear infection in dogs include:

- Deafness or hearing loss

- Ear pain

- Difficulty walking or balancing

- Head tilting

- Shaking the head

- Nystagmus (involuntary eye movements)

- Vomiting

- Diarrhea

Treatment for an inner ear infection will depend on the underlying cause. In some cases, antibiotics or antifungal medications may be prescribed. In other cases, surgery may be necessary to drain the infected fluid and remove the source of the infection.