India, July 13 -- Floppy-eared dog breeds like Beagles, Cocker Spaniels and Setters look particularly adorable because of their large, cartoon-like folded ears, but those very folds make them more susceptible to ear infections due to reduced air circulation.

Dr Abhishek Choudhary, Consultant Veterinarian at Vetic Pet Clinic, shared with HT Lifestyle that floppy-eared dogs are vulnerable to infections and odour because of the way their ears cover the inner ear canal, trapping the moisture, ear wax and dust inside.

Dr Choudhary said, "Floppy-eared dog breeds, such as the Beagle, Cocker Spaniel and Irish Setters, have floppy ears that carry a particular challenge; they require timely cleaning and a little extra care. Infrequent cleaning of...