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Scratching at the ears and Frequent head shaking in dogs: what to do
When these two symptoms appear together, the likely problem space narrows sharply — 1 common conditions are strongly linked. Ranked by match, with urgency and home care.
Possible common causes
✅ Home-care checklist
- ✓Don't dig deep with cotton swabs
- ✓Keep the ears dry
- ✓Have discharge examined under a microscope before medicating
🏥 When to see a vet
- ⚠Red, swollen, discharging ear that hurts to touch
- ⚠Repeated flare-ups (suggests underlying allergy)
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