2020 Success Story Brody Lab

This is Brody,a 5-year-old Lab mix, and his dad's goodest boy.

Brody's dad is disabled and does a good job of budgeting for Brody's needs. But recently, Brody woke up with helicopter ears, and his dad knew what that meant: Brody had an ear infection. 

Unfortunately, Brody's dad did not have extra funds for a vet visit, so he applied with Fur Kids Foundation. He knew it was important to get Brody's ears looked at sooner rather than later, and he didn't want his best bud to be uncomfortable longer than needed. 

Dogs are highly prone to ear infections because of the shape of their ear canal. While helicopter ears (head shaking) is a telltale sign of an ear infection, according to the AKC, so are: 

• Crusting or scabs in the ears
• Dark discharge
• Itchiness
• Odor
• Pain
• Redness and swelling of the ear canal
• Scratching at the affected ear

Ear infections are usually caused by bacteria, yeast, or a combination of the two; however, ear mites can also be a source of infection. If your dog shows signs of an ear infection, it’s important to get treatment by a veterinarian immediately so the problem does not become serious.

Fur Kids Foundation was happy to help, and it did turn out Brody's dad's suspicions of an ear infection were correct. Brody was sent home with some medication for his ears, and is already feeling better.

About Fur Kids Foundation
Fur Kids Foundation is 100% run by dedicated volunteers who give their time to help the Foundation raise money with events, take applications, and spread the word about the good work the Foundation does in Campbell County, Wyoming. If you would like to help Fur Kids Foundation continue to help local families with animals afford emergency veterinary care, please consider making a tax-deductible donation via PayPal or signing up to become a volunteer. Read more Success Stories.