Dry skin on dog ears is a symptom of another ailment — minor and simple to treat or serious with more care. Sometimes dry ears indicate an underlying internal condition that needs medical treatment.

Desiree Wood
Desiree Wood is a content writer and blogger in the pet niche and holds certifications in pet nutrition. She lives in Texas with her husband, two cats, and one ornery dog. You can follow her blog at Aurora Paws.
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