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How to Tell if Your Dog's Food is Causing Their Ear Infections?

Have you noticed that your dog’s ears seem to be in pain or smell bad?

By Jessica ZendejasPublished 2 years ago 4 min read
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How to Tell if Your Dog's Food is Causing Their Ear Infections?
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Have you noticed that your dog’s ears seem to be in pain or smell bad? It could be an ear infection.

Ear infections are common in dogs, and they usually go away on their own within a few days, but it’s important to know how to treat them so they don’t cause any long-term problems.

This guide to treating dog ear infections will explain what they are, what causes them, and how you can tell if your dog has one.

What are common ingredients in dog food that cause ear infections?

The common ingredients in dog food that cause ear infections are ground grains, wheat, corn and soy. These ingredients create the perfect environment for bacteria and fungus to grow in the dogs ears.

Also some store-bought food may have antibiotics which are another potential cause of ear infections. Antibiotics destroy good gut bacteria and allow bad bacteria, such as yeast or staph, to grow unchecked.

These bad bacteria create an environment conducive for ear infections. It is important to note that a diet without these harmful ingredients can help reduce the chance of your pup getting ear infections.

If you suspect their diet may be causing their ear infection it would be best to switch them over to a new brand right away. You should also consider talking with your vet about any possible underlying causes like allergies or parasites too!

Which foods don't contain these harmful ingredients?

We know that not all dog foods are created equal. After years of research, our team found the best ingredients for dogs - which are grains, meats, and vegetables. Plus, our food does not contain any harmful ingredients like common grains or artificial preservatives that could be irritating to a dog's ear canals.

If you're looking for other options, look for a food that has meat protein as the first ingredient and vegetables as the second ingredient. You may also want to avoid corn products, pork by-products or soybean mill run. Also, if your dog gets ear infections after eating chicken treats with garlic powder in them - try avoiding foods with garlic extract!

Where should you get your pet's food from?

A pet’s food should always be fresh, unprocessed and organic. When a pet eats unhealthy processed foods their immune system gets depleted, which can cause ear infections, skin problems and other health issues.

Raw organic chicken necks are recommended for dogs because they offer the vitamins and minerals that your dog needs. The dog will be healthier overall, which in turn will prevent them from contracting various illnesses like ear infections.

Some important questions to ask before switching over:

- Are the products all natural? If not, they may contain hormones that could damage your pet’s internal systems. The closer you can get to an organic or all-natural product as possible with a good range of nutrients you need for your dog, the better off you will be.

Supplements and medicinal herbs for dogs

Many dogs experience ear infections because of allergies, immune issues, or sinus conditions. These dogs may benefit from a multi-supplement diet and herbal remedies. There are many supplements available for both prevention and treatment of canine ear infections.

Vitamins C and E are important antioxidants that can protect the delicate tissues in your dog's ears from the irritating acids produced by bacteria that cause infection. Green tea extract provides these same protective benefits as well as an additional natural antibiotic effect.

Zinc can boost immunity and prevent free radical damage while also reducing inflammation throughout the body, which helps with all sorts of diseases. It has also been shown to help heal wounds more quickly while helping skin heal faster than without it.

In addition, Omega 3 fatty acids have been shown to reduce the swelling in tissue around your dog's ears (by inhibiting prostaglandin production). Vitamin A is another vitamin that aids wound healing by boosting immunity and stimulating cell growth

Some more useful information about keeping your pet healthy

Keeping your pet healthy includes feeding them a balanced diet. A diet high in calories and protein will help keep their ears from getting too full of wax, which can lead to ear infections.

However, some dog foods can be high in omega-6 fatty acids (and thus cause more ear problems), so you may want to look into the different food brands and see which has a better Omega-3:Omega-6 ratio.

You'll also want to make sure that it doesn't contain any artificial flavors or colors because these can worsen ear infections as well. In addition, it's important to note that people who have allergies often don't realize they are allergic to their pets until they have an allergic reaction themselves.

If you have someone in your house with an allergy and notice symptoms like watery eyes, hives, wheezing, red skin or breathing difficulties when they're around your pet then it might be time for a visit with the doctor.

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