Keep an eye on it
What it can look like. A general, vet-reviewed example — signs vary and this is not a diagnosis. When in doubt, ask your vet.
Head shaking & ear scratching in dogs
Clinical name: Otic pruritus
Repeated head shaking and pawing or scratching at the ears.
Where it shows upears · head
Typical patternHead and ears.
Linked allergy typesEnvironmental (atopy) · Food allergy
Food vs environmentalNon-specific.
What you can do
Persistent shaking can burst an ear blood vessel — get the ears checked.
Don't confuse it with
Other causes a vet will want to rule out: ear mites, foreign body, aural hematoma.
This is educational information, not a diagnosis or treatment plan. Always see your veterinarian about your dog's health.
