My Yorkie has a strange smell to him and he shakes his head a lot. What could be the problem?
First of all you need to make sure that his ears are clean . As is typical with many breeds of dog, exposure to the elements and the sharing by a friend can lead to mite infestations. You must remain vigilant and inspect your Yorkies ears a regular basis for any signs of a mite infestation. The primary symptoms of mite problems is a dark brown or black smelly substance in the ear. Ear mites cause severe itching and irritation to your Yorkie and should be eliminated as soon as possible. Mites spread very easily, and if not controlled will quickly spread to all of your canine friends if you have more than one. Keeping the hair plucked from the ear is a great help as you strive to keep them clean and mite free.
