Cocker Spaniels are known to need more ear care than other breeds because of
their long ear flaps creating less aeration.
They have a tendency toward ear infections because of
their long ear flaps.
It is believed that even
long ear flaps can help their sense of smell by stirring up odors close to the ground.
Certain breeds with ears that hang down, like setters, spaniels and retrievers, can be predisposed to infections and yeast buildup because
these longer ear flaps provide an internal ear environment that's dark, potentially more moist, and perfect for the growth of yeast and bacteria.
Not exact matches
The huge
ears flapped and it lifted its head to show off the
long curving tusks adorned with flowers made by the children.
Dogs with
ears that
flap down often have
longer hair hanging from the leather section of their
ears like Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Cocker Spaniels, English Toy Spaniels to name a few.
Sometimes, a «civil war bandage» which fastens the dog's
ears to the side of his head, is recommended for
ear flap scabs and bleeding, with the intention being to have a scab stay on
long enough for healing to take place underneath — but of course keeping the
ears down in this manner is even more detrimental for the inner
ears where the underlying problem exists, because it prevents any air from circulating.
Aibo is a white plastic puppy about 30 centimeters
long with
flapping black
ears and a cute little wagging tail.
The Setter head is
long and lean, with extraordinarily
long ears that
flap in the breeze as he runs.
The nose is
long and tapering and their
long,
flap - down
ears add to their cute appearance.