Swollen dog ears like water bags may be caused by scratching with paws, trauma, otitis externa, sebaceous adenoma, etc. If it is caused by scratching with claws, then the ears will be swollen like water bags, which is normal and generally there is no need to worry too much. If the ears are abnormally swollen and accompanied by other symptoms, such as skin redness, pain, etc., it is recommended that the owner take the dog to a regular pet hospital for a detailed examination in time to clarify the cause and carry out standardized treatment under the guidance of a doctor, otherwise it is easy to be delayed Treatment affects disease recovery.

1. Scratching with paws

If your dog’s ears are itchy and you often scratch them excessively with your paws, it may affect local blood circulation and cause local swelling. Like a water bag, you can use an ice pack And the improvement of hot compress method can promote blood circulation and relieve local swelling. Generally, no medication is needed.

2. Trauma

If the ear is subjected to direct or indirect violence, it will cause damage to the skin and soft tissues, causing swelling, pain and other symptoms, and the shape will be like a water bag. You can see the doctor Take blood-activating and analgesic drug treatment under the guidance of your doctor.

3. Otitis externa

It is an infectious disease. It may be caused by carelessness in local skin cleaning and inflammatory stimulation. Symptoms such as itching, swelling and pain in the external auditory canal may occur. You can take antibiotics as directed by your doctor. Drugs or antibiotics can improve the condition. In severe cases, it is recommended that the owner take the dog to a regular pet hospital for intravenous antibiotic treatment.

4. Sebaceous adenoma

It is a benign skin tumor that usually occurs around the ears. As the disease progresses, the sebaceous glands may increase, causing local swelling and the shape of the tumor. Like a water bag, it needs to be surgically removed and treated according to the doctor's advice.