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Originally Posted by journey826  I have asked the question before on this forum but left more confused  .I want to know if a yorkie catches leather ear is that proof that they have a silk coat? OR can a modified coat develop leather ear also?I also thought I read that it is not contagious so what gives  ?the little girl I rescued has it now my pup looks like he has it around the ear edges and his ears are cold.Its not exactly hot here in mich.but its not cold either and he always goes out with clothing on. IF anyone can help shed some light on this for me it will be greatly appreciated.  |
Leather ear, yorkie crud, or black ear.....whatever you wish to call it, most likely obtained by silk coated dogs that are more prone to the cold. Any documentation written about it says that it isn't contagious, but speaking to a few people that have had the unfortunate problem have found that it is....all equipment, brushes, combs, etc should be washed before using it on each dog. Dogs living in colder climate are more prone to it. But, humidity can be a contributing factor. Did you visit vassarsquare.com or shooter website has some information on it