See your vet
What it can look like. A general, vet-reviewed example — signs vary and this is not a diagnosis. When in doubt, ask your vet.
Swollen ear flap in dogs
Clinical name: Aural hematoma
A soft, fluid-filled swelling of the ear flap, caused by violent head-shaking.
Where it shows upears
Typical patternEar flap.
Linked allergy typesEnvironmental (atopy) · Food allergy
Food vs environmentalNon-specific (secondary).
What you can do
This needs a vet — and treating the allergy behind the shaking.
Don't confuse it with
Other causes a vet will want to rule out: abscess, tumor.
This is educational information, not a diagnosis or treatment plan. Always see your veterinarian about your dog's health.
