The ear canals of dogs make a turn and you cannot really check them thoroughly without a good otoscope. Could very well be a middle or inner ear infection. Better get it checked by a Vet ASAP. Barb Bowes Bo & Chelsea (Pyrs), Flopsy (Pyr Shep) & Machin (Doxie) The more people I meet, the more I like my dog! bamb@monmouth.com