Dutch Lop Rabbit Ear Care and Common Ear Diseases
The floppy ear structure results in poor ventilation and ear canal infections are more common.
The orientation of the ear canal of lop-eared rabbits is different from that of prick-eared rabbits. The ventilation conditions are poor, earwax and moisture are more likely to accumulate, and the incidence of otitis externa and mite infection is significantly higher.
Routine inspection once a week: Open the auricle to check for dark granular earwax (a typical symptom of mites), redness, swelling, and odor. Only use pet-specific ear cleaning solution and cotton balls for cleaning. Do not use cotton swabs deep into the ear canal.
Abnormal signs include frequent head shaking, ear scratching, asymmetrical drooping of the ears, and warmth at the base of the ears. If these situations occur, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible. If the ear canal infection is delayed, it will develop into the inner ear and affect your balance ability.
Preventative measures include keeping the cage dry, avoiding excessively dusty litter, checking the ears regularly and keeping the hair around the ears neatly trimmed.
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