put a earing
sounds like ear mites
Scratching a dog behind the ears indicates nothing about the dog; it only indicates something about the person who is scratching the dog. Perhaps the person is the alpha male.
If your dog has an ear infection, they may be leaning their head to one side, scratching at that particular ear, or be acting abnormally. Check to see if the ear is red or inflammed, and most importantly, take your dog to the veterinarian. They usually lay in bed or they keep scratching at their ear.
If he is scratching only his head, I'd say something is going on in his ear or ears.
Ear infections tend to be caused by water getting trapped in the ear after bathing or swimming. Also, scratching the delicate skin inside the ear with a finger nail or other object may cause an infection as well.
some common symptoms for an ear infection in a dog is scratching the infected ear and shaking the head. a weak, hoarse bark and a cough could be symptoms of a common cold, and should pass; if not consult a veterinarian.
Fleas! Or an ear infection, if it's in the inner ear.
Ear infections tend to be caused by water getting trapped in the ear after bathing or swimming. Also, scratching the delicate skin inside the ear with a finger nail or other object may cause an infection as well.
Could be infected, or an allergic reaction to something the dog came in contact with. I would call the vet and flush the ear with warm water. I'm a dog groomer. If its the ear flap it is generally a hematoma. Which is pooling blood. It would need to be lanced open and drained, sometimes a tube is stitched in so it can continue to drain for a few days. It is caused by alot of shaking of the head or scratching the ear. Should be seen by a vet. If its inside the ear more it could be a very bad ear infection. Probably bitten by a spider or a tick. Call the vet.
A dog will constantly be scratching its ear. Also, if you take a tissue and rub it in its ear, and foul smelling browny-red gunk comes out, then an ear infection is likely. The only sure fire way is to take the dog to a vet.
The cat could have ear mites if it goes outdoors a lot.