Types of Kidney Stones. Occasionally, high levels of chemicals in the urine form into crystals. Eventually these crystals become large enough to form stones in the kidney, a condition called nephrolithiasis. Stones (calculi) may also form in the ureter or the bladder.
Ear infections usually begin with inflammation of the outer ear canal, caused by bacteria or yeast. But, ear infections in dogs can be caused by food allergies, parasites, foreign bodies, trauma, excess moisture in the ear or hereditary conditions. If you think your dog has an ear infection, take him to the vet for treatment. Then learn how to prevent ear infections and properly clean your dog's ears.
Allergies can also be the cause such as Canine Atopy or yeast infection. If the cause is due to a tumor or abnormal cell growth your dog could be suffering from dog neoplasia. Otitis is the term used to refer to inflammation in the outer, innner and middle ear (externa, interna and media respectively).hen a dog scratches an ear, it can cause canine ear problems such as tears and bleeding between the cartilage of the ear flap and the skin, a condition all hematoma. Symptoms include an ear that causes pain for the dog, and that is warm and swollen to the touch.