My dog keeps shaking his head. I dont smell anything rancid. I gently swab the dirt out when needed and have even gone as far as to use Debrox wax removal (which helped for a short time). What else could be causing this? And how can I remedy it. I feel bad for him.

Could be anything from an infection to ear mites...I'd run him to the vet to have a look see.

So there really isn't anything over-the-counter I could try first. I'm trying to save on vet costs. Secondly, I just moved to Houston from Seattle and only being here a week, I haven't established a vet for him.

I wouldn't take the chance. I don't know where you are located in Houston (I lived there years ago) but there's a low cost vet clinic at basically I-10 and Dairy Ashford. Here's a link to them: The Greater Good

Just google "low cost veterinary and houston" and you'll come up with a decent hit list.

Thank you very much! That will be a lot of help. I will be living in Katy and I see that it is on/off katy freeway. I'm still getting to know the area myself. I have only been here a week so recommendations are always helpful.

[wishbone]

It could be internally and you needed to let him see by experts, visit a vet.

[lil mutt]

If i were you i will follow CrestieRsq advice...

It's better to let the vet have a look on him.

ok thanks for the advice...I need to set Charlie up with a vet anyhow. thanks everyone

He may have the beginning of an ear ache or infection. That usually happens when water gets in the ears.