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Can I heal my dog's ear infection properly at home?

Eve Brekke
Eve Brekke
2025-09-21 09:11:13
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You may opt to perform ear cleanings outside, weather permitting, or have a towel ready to avoid any mess from the ear cleaning solution. Fill the ear canal with ear cleaning solution. If your dog does not tolerate ear solution directly into the ear, try saturating cotton pads or balls with the ear cleaning solution instead. Gently massage the base of the ear. Use cotton pads or cotton balls to gently wipe away debris. If your dog seems to be in pain during an ear cleaning, stop and consult with your veterinarian. Often, at-home ear cleanings for treating severe infections may be delayed for the first few days until the medication helps improve the pain and inflammation. The frequency of cleaning your dog’s ears will depend on whether it is for treatment of an infection, which could be up to daily to start.