Whether it is a puppy or an adult dog, cleaning the dog’s ears is a behavior that we should carry out regularly. It is very important to apply frequent ear hygiene to avoid the appearance of fungus.
Next, we will explain what products you need to carry out and how the method should be so that everything goes perfectly.
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How to clean a dog’s ears?
It is ideal if you start handling or cleaning their ears when they are puppies, as they are much more likely to agree to clean their ears when they are older.
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You should begin by gently touching his ears and stroking them to gauge how your dog will react. If it seems that it doesn’t like to have its ears touched, don’t force it! Never try to clean a dog’s ears if he’s stressed or struggling – this could upset your dog and he could also hurt himself. Instead, take him to the vet.
What do you need to clean a dog’s ears?
Before you start cleaning your dog’s ears, make sure you have the following:
- Damp cotton or cotton pads.
- Ear cleaner for dogs (never use products intended for human use).
- A clean towel.
- The second pair of hands (especially useful if your dog is not used to having his ears handled).
- Lots of goodies for after-ear cleaning.
- It is also important that you never use cotton buds (cotton swabs) to clean your dog’s ears, as they can be inserted too far into the ear canal and cause damage.
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A step-by-step guide to know how to clean a dog’s ears:
Step 1: Make sure your dog is comfortable, then lift his ear, holding it between thumb and forefinger to get a good look inside the ear.
Step 2: Examine the ear and check for redness, discharge, or a bad smell. If there is a very large amount of wax, the ears are very red, or there appears to be pus or a foul odor, it is a sign of a problem and will require veterinary attention.
Step 3: Gently clean the entrance of the ear with damp cotton, this will remove dirt or excess wax.
Step 4: Insert the tip of your dog ear cleaner into the ear canal, making sure not to insert it too far, then squeeze the bottle to release the ear cleaner.
Step 5: Massage the base of the ear so you can help the cleaner move into the ear canal.
Step 6: Remove any excess cleaner with damp cotton.
Step 7: Repeat the process for the other ear.
If your vet has given you ear drops, it’s best to apply them within a short time after you’ve finished cleaning the ears.
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If you do not see yourself trained or have doubts about how to do it properly, you can go to your trusted veterinarian and ask for advice. It will also be essential to visit the specialist if we observe excessively dark dirt, a bad smell (like yeast), and splashing noise. It may be a disease.
