What not to do when cleaning dog ears?
Kurt Daugherty
2025-08-09 07:10:23
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Never put olive oil, vinegar, shampoo, or any other substance in a dog’s ear. Also, avoid poking around with cotton buds in the ear, you will only work any wax and debris further in and potentially damage the eardrum. If your dog has an infection severe enough to damage the eardrum, some ear cleaners can damage the ear further. Remember if you see lots of redness, the ears are particularly smelly or they are painful, see your Vet. Your pet most likely has an ear infection and ear cleaning may be too painful and damaging to perform.
Osvaldo Deckow
2025-08-09 05:43:25
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Do not try to clean your dog’s ears at home before seeing your veterinarian. If the odor continues or is accompanied by other symptoms associated with an ear infection, don’t clean your dog's ear(s) on your own. This can decrease the efficacy of proper diagnosis in the veterinary office and can cause your dog more pain. Do not use home recipes for ear cleaning that contain hydrogen peroxide, vinegar, or alcohol, as they may irritate the ears or worsen an existing problem. Cotton-tipped swabs should not be used to clean your dog’s ears. They might have the unintended effect of pushing debris further into the ear canal. Dogs suffering from ear infections can have an underlying ear drum rupture and certain chemicals shouldn’t be used with this condition. Use caution and seek veterinary guidance for the best ear cleaners.
Alba Champlin
2025-08-09 05:39:37
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The number one way a dog’s ears are harmed during the cleaning process is by using irritants such as alcohol-based wipes or Q-Tips that can put too much pressure on the ear canal. Hydrogen peroxide is also not acceptable, as it can irritate healthy skin cells and sensitive tissue. Dog owners should never put anything in their dog’s ears if an infection is suspected and should get them to their veterinarian right away. Use gentle ear cleansers designed for pets, along with cotton balls or gauze. Do not go deeper into the canal than one knuckle. Dog owners should avoid using alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, or other harsh chemicals when cleaning their dog's ears.
Yesenia Schuppe
2025-08-09 03:02:34
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Avoid using cotton swabs to prevent pushing debris deeper into the ear canal. If your dog seems to be in pain during an ear cleaning, stop and consult with your veterinarian. In general, avoid anything with alcohol or hydrogen peroxide in the solution. Overcleaning the ears can also lead to irritation of the ears. If debris is packed deep into the ear canal, it can prevent the medication from reaching the deeper parts of the ear closer to the eardrum.
Delfina Boehm
2025-08-09 02:58:41
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When shouldn't you clean your dogs ears?
If your dog has an infection, they’ll have ears which are sensitive to the touch and they’ll be red and inflamed.
They may also shake their head regularly or try and scratch their ears as it’ll feel incredibly irritating for them.
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