Will a dog ear hematoma heal on its own?

An ear hematoma is extremely painful for a dog, and the intense swelling can be alarming. If left untreated, a hematoma will heal on its own, but that can mean weeks of discomfort.

How do you treat a hematoma on a dog’s ear?

Treatment options include needle aspiration and bandages, tube drainage systems and incisional drainage. The goals of surgery are to remove the hematoma, prevent recurrence and retain the natural appearance of the ears.

How long does it take for a dog’s ear to heal?

What is the prognosis? The majority of patients heal without significant complications. Most ruptured eardrums heal without surgery within three to five weeks. Middle ear infections often require oral antibiotics or antifungal medications for six to eight weeks.

How long will it take for my dogs ear hematoma to go away?

Can you just drain the swelling? Drainage may result in a temporary correction, but in the vast majority of cases, the hematoma returns within one to two days .

How much does a vet charge to drain a hematoma?

The cost can run anywhere from $250-$500 or more depending on the size of the hematoma and the extent of follow-up care by your vet. Having pet insurance can be a smart way to avoid unexpected treatment costs, like dog ear hematoma surgery or even more serious conditions that could arise at any time.

How do you drain a dog’s ear hematoma at home?

If your pup is in too much pain and not allowing you to clean the area, don’t force it. If your dog allows, place gentle pressure on the area to help it fully drain. You can also wrap a soft bandage around your dog’s head (holding the ear flap flat against the head) to help keep the pocket from filling again.

How long does it take for a dog ear hematoma to shrink?

It can take a long time for an ear hematoma to shrink down on its own (often longer than a month), especially for a larger one — and, unfortunately, your dog could be uncomfortable the whole time. The hematoma can reoccur. Even if the swollen area appears to be shrinking, it may fill up again at any time.

What does it mean when a dog has a hematoma?

Ear hematomas occur when a blood vessel in the ear bursts and bleeds into the space between the ear cartilage and skin. This is most commonly associated with trauma such as scratching, shaking the ears, or bite wounds. Dogs with ear infections may violently shake their head or scratch their ears causing an aural hematoma.

Should I take my Dog to the vet for an ear hematoma?

When a hematoma is noticed, take your pet to the veterinarian’s office so he or she can treat the dog’s ear as quickly as possible. The vet will check for any underlying problems that may be affecting the dog, like an ear infection or mites, and treat that first.

Can homeopathic remedies help hematomas in dogs?

Shawn Messonnier, DVM, of Paws & Claws Animal Hospital in Plano, Texas, says he has had “pretty good success” using the homeopathic remedies hypernicum and arnica on smaller hematomas – those that take up one-fourth or less of the ear. “Very often those remedies will help resolve hematomas when they are really small,” he says.