Meet Prissy, a 12-year-old Lab mix, and her mom's best friend and protector. Prissy has allergies and is prone to having ear infections.
She recently began to show some very telltale signs of having an ear infection: whining, scratching at the head and ear, and the familiar "helicopter ears," or head shaking. There was also some blood filled swelling on her ear flap, which was causing Prissy severe discomfort. Ear infections are a common and often recurrent problem in many dogs that can cause significant discomfort for our canine friends. Other signs your pup could have an ear infection include:
If your dog is showing common signs of ear infections, it’s important to visit your veterinarian as soon as possible. Quick treatment is necessary not only for your dog’s comfort (these conditions can be painful), but also to prevent the spread of infection to the middle and inner ear. Unfortunately, Prissy's helicopter ears were likely the source of aural hematoma, a blood blister that develops between the skin and cartilage of the ear flap. It’s very common in dogs who are prone to ear infections, especially if they have floppy ears. Prissy's mom knew she needed to take her to the vet, but on a limited income, she didn't know how she could afford the treatment. She applied with Fur Kids Foundation for assistance with the emergency veterinary visit, and we were happy to help. At the vet, they were able to treat Prissy's ear infection and hematoma; she's already feeling so much better. No matter what is happening with your fur kid, at any stage of life, Fur Kids Foundation encourages you to call your veterinarian sooner rather than later. Fur Kids Foundation is 100% run by dedicated volunteers who give their time to help the Foundation raise money with events, take applications, and spread the word about the good work the Foundation does in Campbell County, Wyoming. If you would like to help Fur Kids Foundation continue to help local families with animals afford emergency veterinary care, please consider making a tax-deductible donation via PayPal or signing up to become a volunteer. Read more Success Stories.
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