AJ Debiasse, a technician in Stroudsburg, PA, contributed to this article. Hershey, a 6 year old cocker spaniel, had been in and out of the vet for ear infections for almost all of his life. He had been treated with just about every oral antibiotic, and every type of ear medication known to man. Sadly, with little to no success Long floppy ears are a trademark of the cocker spaniel. Unfortunately, they are also one of their biggest health hazards. Of all modern dog breeds, spaniels are among the most vulnerable to serious ear infections. They are often candidates for ear ablation surgery when infections become too severe to treat My 7 yr old Cocker Spaniel just had ear surgery for unilateral ear resection and ear drum damage. Now the vet says we must treat otitis externa aggressively. She has a very small right ear canal making it impossible almost to get drops down it The outer ear of a Cocker Spaniel is what funnels sound in towards the ear canal. Humans have a short ear canal, but dogs have a long narrow ear canal that bends as it gets deeper to the inner ear. The middle ear contains the eardrum, sometimes called the tympanic membrane We live in Hong Kong and have 3 American Cocker Spaniels. All have had ear infection problems but 2 are under control. The third dog has had to have a total ear canal ablation. After 3 surgerys her ea read mor
After your pet is under anesthesia, his/her ears flaps and surrounding skin are shaved, and the ear canal is cleaned. The area is prepared for sterile surgery. An incision is made around the cartilage of the external/outer ear canal, and the canal is removed down to the level of the middle ear My vet has told me this is common in cocker spaniels, and due to the fact his ear canal has thickened so much from all the infections, he's most likely going to need to get his ear canal removed since there's not going to be much else left to do for him. She already told me it's going to cost about $150 Cocker spaniels suffer quite regularly from ear infections so it's important to keep them free of excess hair around the inside of the ear and also keep them clean. He sent us to a surgery. We had one ear canal ablation surgery, it was over $1500. A nerve was nicked in surgery and she lost vision in the eye
Because of the way the Cocker's ear hangs down over the ear canal, and because of the long hair on the ear, there isn't much ventilation in to the ear canal. Things get warm and moist in there, and those are ideal conditions for infections to get started. Lift up the ear and look inside the ear canal One well known study reviewed 60 dogs receiving lateral ear resections. The procedure was considered a failure in 86.5% of Cocker Spaniels in which it was used. In other breeds, 63% were found to have acceptable results. If your dog is a Cocker Spaniel with long-standing ear canal disease, then the Total Ear Canal Ablation is likely more. Cocker spaniels are a much-loved breed featuring silky coats and long, soft ears. Unfortunately, those long heavy ears stop air circulating in the ear canal, which combined with the natural waxes produced by the ear canal and body heat, make the ear canal a perfect breeding ground for infection Cocker spaniel that had a lateral ear canal procedure performed, but demonstrates persistent horizontal and middle ear canal stenosis and mineralization, resulting in ongoing chronic otitis externa and media. A TECA/LBO would have been a more appropriate surgical procedure. To Hear or Not to Hea
Our 10-year old cocker spaniel had Total Ear Canal Ablation (TECA) surgery 4 days ago on his left ear. Apparently, his facial nerve must have been bruised which resulted in facial nerve paralysis on his left side. (This is the most common complication after TECA.) His bottom left lip is drooping and the food gets stuck on his left side In severe cases, surgery is necessary to open up the ear canals or to ablate them altogether (surgically remove the ear canal). Talk to your veterinarian about a possible food allergy trial and..
The Ear Surgery Procedure. A total ear canal ablation involves more than removing the thickened, calcified, wrinkled external ear canal. The middle ear, a cavity that contains the tiny bones responsible for amplifying sound waves, is involved, too, because the infection has inevitably spread there However, this response backfires on the ear because too much hyperplasia causes the ear canal lumen to become occluded. Some breeds of dog, such as bulldogs and cocker spaniels, are more likely to have a hyperplastic response to inflammation than other breeds Total ear canal ablation and lateral bulla osteotomy performed on an 8 year old cocker spaniel by Alasdair Hotston-Moore MA VetMB CertSAC CertVR CertSAS PGCe..
Eighty-five percent of ear canal tumors are adenocarcinoma, a malignant tumor. Surgery is usually curative for such tumors if the cancer has not invaded the cartilage layer of the ear canal or the middle ear cavity. Anatomy. The ear canal is a long tube that originates at the base of the earflap and extends to the eardrum to form the external. The proper technique for cleaning a Cocker Spaniel ear is to place your index finger on the end of your dogs jaw bone and with the other hand insert the Q-Tip straight down until you feel it against your index finger. roll the Q-tip gently ever so gently as the skin in ear cannel is delicate, you may cause an ear abrasion inside the ear and. Joey, an 8-year-old male cocker spaniel, had ear infections chronically for many years and was referred to our clinic for possible total ear canal ablation. Joey was in pain on ear palpation and a malodorous discharge was noted
Cleaning a cocker spaniel's ear once a week will keep him from ear infections, wax build-up, and nasty smell. First of all, wash your hands and be prepared. Keep all the required things like a syringe or a dipper, cleaning solution, dry towel, cotton swab or cotton balls, and it's better to do this procedure outside out of the house because.
Removal of the ear canal and the outside section of the middle ear (total ear canal ablation with lateral bulla osteotomy) is the standard surgery for this (Mason et al 1988) Most ear polyps can be diagnosed with an otoscopic examination. Many of them are deep within the ear canal, though, and some may require sedation to be visualized. Occasionally advanced imaging such as a CT scan or MRI is required. Ear polyps are fairly common in cats and dogs with frequent ear infections such as Cocker Spaniels Spaniel's ear troubles could be chronic otitis. Gladys from Modesto, California, wrote in about Buffy, her 9-year-old female cocker spaniel with ear problems. Buffy has had ear infections on and.
Comparison of microbial isolates and susceptibility patterns from the external ear canal of dogs with otitis externa. JAAHA 2004;40(2):102-108. Cole L, Kwochka KW, Kowalski JJ, Hillier A. Microbial flora and antimicrobial susceptibility patterns of isolated pathogens from the horizontal ear canal and middle ear in dogs with otitis media Various infections accumulated in the dog's ear canal can occur in all dog breeds. But some breeds are prone to external otitis. They often have long, folded ears such as Cocker Spaniels, Old English Sheepdogs, Golden Retrievers, etc Left untreated, ear infections can get out of hand and surgery can be required. However, if you're willing to do the work to keep the hair trimmed around the ear canal area, and if you use a good ear cleaner on a weekly basis, you can totally prevent ear infections. Skin problems such as Seborrheic dermatitis. Oily skin, flaky skin, stinky skin Tumors of the external ear canal and pinna are more common than tumors of the middle or inner ear. Cocker Spaniels are more likely to have ear canal tumors than other breeds of dogs. Middle-aged dogs are more likely to have benign ear tumors, while those in dogs more than 11 years old are more likely to be malignant
These tumors are often in the vertical ear canal in dog breeds other than the American Cocker Spaniel. In the American Cocker Spaniel, these tumors can be found in the horizontal ear canal as well. Squamous Cell Carcinoma. These are malignant tumors that are known for being very locally invasive In Cocker and Springer Spaniel breeds, the prevalence of OE was highest in Welsh Springer Spaniels, but the mean number of OE episodes was 1.5-fold higher in ear-diseased American Cocker Spaniels compared with Welsh Springer Spaniels (Table 4). Ear surgery was performed on eight of 89 (9.0%) American Cocker Spaniels, consisting of a Zepp. Otitis externa is an inflammation of the ear canal. Because dogs' ear canals are L-shaped (Figure 1), fluid does not drain easily from canal openings. Additionally, the lining of the ear can become inflamed and thickened, blocking air and fluid flow in and out of the canal Infection of the external ear canal (outer ear infection) is called otitis externa and is one of the most common types of infections seen in dogs. Some breeds, particularly those with large, floppy or hairy ears like Cocker Spaniels, Miniature Poodles, or Old English Sheepdogs, appear to be more prone to ear infections, but ear infections may.
Some breeders and veterinarians advocate taping or fixation of the ears of a Cocker Spaniel over the top of its head to allow ear canal ventilation. Lateral canal ear resection in a nondiseased ear opens it up and provides ventilation as well as prevents accumulation of exudates that may form The Cocker Spaniel's beautiful long silky ears are prone to infection. The ears trap heat and moist air in the ear canal, which creates a breeding ground for germs. Check your Cocker Spaniel's ears weekly. The ear's interior should be a healthy pink. Check for signs of wax buildup or infection
Objective—To compare pathologic changes of the horizontal ear canal associated with chronic severe otitis externa between Cocker Spaniels and dogs of other breeds.. Design—Retrospective study.. Animals—80 dogs with severe otitis externa that required total ear canal ablation with lateral bulla osteotomy.. Procedure—Medical records were reviewed for breed, sex, and age at time of surgery The first procedure is known as a lateral wall resection and the other being a total ear canal ablation. A vet would examine your dog before deciding if surgery is the only option and whether or not such an invasive procedure would actually have any benefits By Phil Harrington, DC, CMLSO. Laser therapy is arguably the fastest growing modality in the veterinary profession. To this point, many veterinary clinics offer Class IV laser therapy as a treatment for small animal conditions such as arthritis, sprains and strains and back pain, as well as post-surgical soft tissue trauma and lick granulomas. 1 Laser therapy is supported by more than 20 years. Teddy is a tiny Cocker Spaniel, who is currently waiting for not only his double ear ablation surgery, but also his furever home! Teddy has lived a life of neglect, and is ready for the home he deserves ️. A photo posted by Camp Cocker Rescue (@campcockerrescue) on Aug 12, 2016 at 12:08pm PD Some reports suggest, however, that American Cocker Spaniels are overrepresented among breeds that require total ear canal ablation and bulla osteotomy (TECABO) surgery as a treatment of end-stage OE [11-15]. This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of OE in American Cocker Spaniels in Finland in comparison with other Spaniel breeds
I have a 7 year old male Cocker Spaniel who is in otherwise good health. I have taken him to the vet 2 or 3 times for ear problems. When I lift up his ears he has a scaley yeasty looking ear flap. The vet has given his cortizone shots and prescribed predisone, but this is the 2nd time around using this and it is not that effective Many dogs (and especially dog breeds such as Cocker Spaniels) have chronic reoccurrences. For chronic ear problems may consider ear canal ablation surgery. This is a procedure where the external ear canal is shortened and will exit through a small passage way below the actual opening at the pinna Floppy eared dogs like cocker spaniels. Perpetuating Factors. Ear canals that have excess wax, swelling, inflamed cells that line the ear canal. A consistent cause of recurring ear infections is an underlying allergy called atopy. That is why it is the first Primary Factor listed above. Another name for atopy is allergic dermatitis
Bella is one of 4 dogs that will benefit from this month's Dog Days of Summer Raffle proceeds. She is in desperate need of dual TECA (total ear canal ablation) surgery. You can help Bella by purchasing a raffle ticket here ️ www.nyabandonedangels.com. Please share this post with every dog lover you know, thank you Finally with the seizures under control, Cocoa had her bilateral Total Ear Canal Ablation surgery two weeks ago and is healing nicely. Cocoa's total medical expenses to date exceed $10,000.00. During this time, her wonderful foster family was the key to getting Cocoa the medical care and fell in love with her and they are now making her a. The Cocker Spaniel's ears need to be kept clean and dry -- of particular importance if your dog goes swimming. Not only do their long, hanging ears trap moisture in the ear canal which can lead to bacterial and fungal infections, but repeated infections can cause so much damage to the ear canal that the dog will lose his hearing Learn ear surgery with free interactive flashcards. Choose from 500 different sets of ear surgery flashcards on Quizlet Cocker Spaniels are a unique player when it comes to ear canal disease. They can create canal disease without infection starting or perpetuating it. Something like the chicken and the egg scenario, the tissue of the ear canal in Cockers will thicken and change and create the environment for infection to brew
Cocker Spaniels need to be indoor dogs. Why? If kept outdoors, the beautiful, long, heavy, floppy ears trap moisture in the ear canal causing bacteria, fungal or yeast infections. This causes their ears to stink and induces pain. In a worst case scenario, the dog will require expensive ear ablation surgery. If kept outdoors, they also can. Gert Haar, Ear Canal Surgery, Complications in Small Animal Surgery, 10.1002/9781119421344, (155-163), (2016). Wiley Online Library Daniel D. Smeak, Treatment of Persistent Deep Infection After Total Ear Canal Ablation and Lateral Bulla Osteotomy, Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice, 10.1016/j.cvsm.2016.01.001, 46 , 4. Figure 60-3 Lateral ear canal resection technique. A, Two skin incisions are extended parallel to each other from the intertragic notch and tragohelicine notch, tapering down to a distance of 1.5 to 2 cm between the incisions, about 1.5 to 2.5 cm (depending on the size of the animal) ventral to the horizontal ear canal. A transverse incision joins the two vertical incisions Ear Canal Tumors in Dogs and Cats (ear infections), and Cocker Spaniels have a particularly surgery is often referred to as a total ear canal ablation (TECA). Radiation therapy can be utilized in some cases to slow the growth of the tumor or relieve pain. This can also be used for curative intent whe Through years of breeding the Cocker has evolved an ear canal that is rather long and often even folds upon itself before reaching the ear drum. Often there are ridges of ear canal tissue that course down the upper ear canal, which increases the overall surface area perfect acreage for growing all sorts of life
As a result, he now requires dual TECA (total ear canal ablation) surgery which can cost up to $3,200 per ear for a total of $6,400 (and that's with Abandoned Angels Cocker Spaniel Rescue's discount). Five year old Spencer is incredibly sweet but cries in pain when his ears are touched!!! Although the surgery will render him deaf, he will. Because Cocker Spaniels have long ears, they are prone to develop ear problems. Common Cocker Spaniel health problems related to the ears include: Ear Infections. Ear infections are common in Cocker Spaniels because of their long, floppy ears. A typical sign of canine ear infection is a foul-smelling, waxy or pus-like discharge from the ear She later had surgery to reroute her ear canal which helped prevent future infections & relieved her pain. A springer spaniel with complete ear drum rupture & otitis media (middle ear infection). Beyond the hair where the ear drum should be, the interior of the middle ear can be seen Peanut and Butter are so happy to be feeling better and are ready to find their forever homes! They had to have total ear canal ablation surgery because they had such horrible ear infections when they first arrived at CASPCA.... Now they are healthy and love to play
A GoFundMe page was created in Nubs's honor to help cover the costs of surgery on her second ear and to pay UPAWS back for the first ear surgery Ear Canal removal? Any experiences? (ears, year, powder, vet) User Name: Remember Me: Password Please register to participate in our discussions with 2 million other members - it's free and quick! Some forums can only be seen by registered members.. He said in the case of the Cocker Spaniel I have 2 possible surgeries and guess what...he gave me several vet journal reports showing the only way to help the Cocker Spaniel was either a surgery to enlarge the ear canal a procedure I might add that is actually dangerous to the dog due to a possibility of deafness on the dogs part if messed up. Hair in the ear canal (poodles, schnauzers) Pendulous ears (cocker spaniels) Moisture (Labradors) Inappropriate treatment (clients, health care team and groomers) Certain breeds fit the most commonly seen predisposing problems. Chinese Shar-Pei's and English bulldogs have small ear canals, cockers have pendulous ears, and retrievers like to swi
Ear Surgery in the dog Many dogs are susceptible to ear infections. This may be due to the conformation (shape) of the ear canal or secondary to infections acquired due to generalised skin disease or allergies, swimming in rivers or grass seeds. The commonest breed affected is the Cocker Spaniel, which has ears that have a closed humid environmen Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (CKCS) Otitis Externa. Outline: Otitis externa is inflammation of the ear canal.It is common and can become severe and chronic in Cavalier King Charles spaniels. It is thought that dogs of this breed are predisposed to the condition because of their long, drooping ears that are characteristic of the breed The breed name 'cocker spaniel' can be used to refer to two similar breeds, the English Cocker Spaniel and the American Cocker spaniel although each breed is called 'Cocker spaniel' in its country of origin. The major differences between the English and American varieties is that the American is smaller with a shorter back, a domed head and a shorter muzzle, while the English variety is taller. Malignant ear canal tumors are less aggressive in dogs than they are in cats. Survival data have been generated in dogs and cats with malignant ear canal tumors treated almost exclusively by surgical excision. 202 Most dogs live longer than 2 years after surgery; in cats, the median survival time is 1 year. In general, ear canal tumors are.
The procedure was considered a failure in 86.5 percent of Cocker spaniels in which it was used. In other breeds, 63 percent were found to have acceptable results. If your dog is a Cocker Spaniel with long-standing ear canal disease, then the total ear canal ablation is likely more appropriate However, because the ears remain down, they shut the ear canal off completely. So if you are breeding Cocker Spaniels, you must note that their ears need to be checked every week for infections or dirt. Size & Weight. A Cocker Spaniel is a mid-sized breed and thus suitable for any kind of space. They adjust well owing to their size mainly Many dogs are susceptible to various common ear diseases, but as Cocker Spaniels ears are droopy and they hang low over the entrance to the ear canal - air can't circulate properly and this makes them more susceptible to ear disease, particularly ear infections and haematoma (a blood-filled swelling that occurs in the ear flap)
