The canine ear re-imagined: Microbiome science and the next frontier in otitis management
Skin and ear microbiomes are a new frontier in the evolution of healthcare. A frontier that is showing significant potential for alternative approaches across both human and veterinary medicine. The canine skin and ear canal play host to a complex and intricate balance of microorganisms that support the health of the host, but when balance is lost, the result can be relapsing cycles of disease development, repeated antimicrobial therapies, and ultimately compromised welfare. In a world where antimicrobial resistance is forcing us to re-think our approach, how can we positively impact the microbiome early to optimise long-term health?
- Significance of the skin and ear microbiome
- How does this relate to problems in the dog in 2026?
- What does the future hold?