Ear lumps in dogs

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✔ MRCVS
BVMS
Updated October 16, 2025
4 min read

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Ear lumps in dogs

By
✔ MRCVS
BVMS
Updated October 16, 2025
4 min read

There are many different causes of ear lumps in dogs. Lumps can affect the flap of the ear or the inner ear canal. Ear tumours are uncommon in dogs and can be benign or malignant, though benign causes are much more common. Growths in the ear canal may be difficult to treat or require attention from a specialist.

Ear lumps can develop from any part of the ear, such as the skin, the glands that produce oil and wax, and the underlying tissues. It’s thought that chronic inflammation of the ear can put dogs at risk of growths in the canal. Any age of dog can be affected, though ear canal growths tend to be more common in middle-aged to older dogs.

What to do if your dog has an ear lump >What to do if your dog has an ear lump [What to do

The most common causes of ear lumps in dogs >The most common causes of ear lumps in dogs [Causes

When to worry about ear lumps in dogs >When to worry about ear lumps in dogs [When to worry

Tips on how to prevent ear lumps in dogs >Tips on how to prevent ear lumps in dogs [Prevention

How do you know if your dog has an ear lump? >How do you know if your dog has an ear lump? [Diagnosis

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Vet treatment for ear lumps in dogs >Vet treatment for ear lumps in dogs [Vet treatment

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