Chicken Hatchery Australia · Backyard poultry guide
What is an Ear Canker?
Ear canker is an informal description sometimes used for material or inflammation around a chicken’s ear. It is not a diagnosis of the underlying cause. A veterinarian can examine the ear and assess infection, parasites or injury. Avoid picking out material or using unprescribed ear medicines, especially when balance or appetite is affected.
Ask for a diagnosis
Ear canker is an informal description rather than a reliable cause. Swelling, discharge, head shaking or poor balance needs examination. Do not pull material out or select an antibiotic yourself.
