What does a dogs ruptured eardrum look like?

Signs that your dog has a ruptured eardrum or middle ear infection can include discharge from the ear (often thick and pus-like or bloody), sudden hearing loss, red and inflamed ear canal, pain when touching the ear, a head tilt, stumbling and incoordination, and darting of the eyes back-and-forth (nystagmus).

How do dogs get perforated eardrums?

There are several ways your dog’s eardrum can rupture or perforate including sudden and severe changes in atmospheric pressure, middle ear infection, very loud noises, trauma and foreign objects.

Is tympanic membrane perforation serious?

A ruptured eardrum can result in hearing loss. It can also make your middle ear vulnerable to infections. A ruptured eardrum usually heals within a few weeks without treatment. But sometimes it requires a patch or surgical repair to heal.

What is the tympanic membrane in dogs?

The ear of dogs is divided into three parts – the outer ear, the middle ear, and the inner ear. Between the outer ear and the middle ear is a thin membrane called the tympanic membrane or eardrum. It’s in the middle ear where the body’s tiniest bones – malleus, incus, and stapes – are located.

Why does my dogs ears have brown stuff in them?

Outer ear infection (otitis externa). A waxy, yellow, or reddish-brown ear discharge can also be a sign your dog has an ear infection, which can be a result of allergies, mites, polyps, overproduction of ear wax, excessive bathing or swimming (which can leave too much moisture in the ears), or other problems.

What is the brown stuff coming out of my dogs ear?

How do you get brown gunk out of a dog’s ear?

Instead, simply wipe the outer ear with a cotton ball. Continue to inspect your dog’s ears regularly. If you notice any brown discharge starting to appear, apply a bit of vet-approved canine ear cleaning solution, available at any pet supply store.