Otitis external in dogs: A case report

Abstract

A male dog of 1 year showed head shaking, tilting of head towards the affected side, foul smell and pus was coming out from the ear. When the affected area was touched, dog felt pain. Tentative diagnosis of otitis externa was done. The pus sample from ear was taken and undergo culture and antibiotic sensitivity test. Culture test report revealed that Staphylococcus sps. Grown after 48 hour of incubation at 370c under aerobic condition. Owner was advised for cleaning of external ear canal with epiotic ear cleaning solution twice a week. Put 3-4 drops of pomisol. Tab Meriquin (Enrofloxacin) 50mg bid for 7 days.