What to do for ear problems in Shar Pei?
Topical steroids to treat allergic inflammation of the ear canal (90% of ear problems in Shar Pei are of an allergic origin) Anti bacterials. Bacterial infections will occur due to the hot and moist conditions in the ear. These are commonly used in conjunction with antiseptics.
Are there any health problems with Shar Peis?
One of the unique characteristics of the Shar Pei breed is their unique ears. Their ears are naturally small with tight ear flaps. This design can cause problems with the ear canal and many Shar Pei will suffer from infections or canker. SharFarrPei Kennel Club Assured Breeder Home About Us Shar Pei Puppies Client Showcase Health Links Contact More
How big is the ear canal in a Shar Pei?
In the Shar Pei the vertical ear canal which is about one inch long is often only a quarter of the diameter of a similar sized dog. The horizontal canal is generally a similar size to other dogs. This narrowing of the ear canal combined with skin disease often leads to repeated and prolonged infections.
Why do I have yeast infection in my ear?
Yeast grows in warm, dark and moist environments and the Shar Pei ear is the perfect environment. If yeast is present you would expect to see a discharge from the ear that has a distinctive musty smell. Bacteria:Most of the bacterial infections in Shar Pei ears are secondary to yeast infections.
Can a Shar Pei get a yeast infection?
The breed standard requires a shar pei to have small, triangular ears that sit close to the head. As a result, air can’t get to his ears and he’s likely to develop a yeast infection. Often this just appears to be a case of dirty ears and there is no noticeable sign, or smell, of an infection.
One of the unique characteristics of the Shar Pei breed is their unique ears. Their ears are naturally small with tight ear flaps. This design can cause problems with the ear canal and many Shar Pei will suffer from infections or canker. SharFarrPei Kennel Club Assured Breeder Home About Us Shar Pei Puppies Client Showcase Health Links Contact More
Topical steroids to treat allergic inflammation of the ear canal (90% of ear problems in Shar Pei are of an allergic origin) Anti bacterials. Bacterial infections will occur due to the hot and moist conditions in the ear. These are commonly used in conjunction with antiseptics.
What kind of attention does a Shar Pei need?
His ears and eyes are the main areas that need special attention. The breed standard requires a shar pei to have small, triangular ears that sit close to the head. As a result, air can’t get to his ears and he’s likely to develop a yeast infection.
