Dog Ear Cleaning

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 BOOPS AND BLEPS GROOMING GUIDE

                  EAR CLEANING 

Ear cleaning is one of the most important parts of dog grooming. Regular ear examination is necessary in

dogs as it helps in identification of any kind of injury or infection in early stages. Regular examination

helps one access the cleanliness in dog’s ear canal and need for cleaning the ear. Some breeds are more

prone to ear infection thus require special attention for ear checking. While examination any kind of

discharge or odor might suggest the presence of infection in ear. If there is any kind of inflammation,

redness, swelling or pain then consult a local veterinarian before initiating cleaning process.

As you all know the ear canal ends with ear drum and have complex structure which makes it difficult to

expel any stuck object without any assistance. Any foreign object in dog’s ear can be an irritant and a

source of future infection.

For ear cleaning one can use a good quality ear cleaner. If the ear is having any inflammation or injury

than do not use cleanser containing Hydrogen peroxide and alcohol as it may cause irritation in ear

canal. If veterinarian find any kind of ear infection, than he can recommend cleanser having anti-fungal

or anti-bacterial properties.

Apart from good quality cleanser you may need cotton swabs, gauge and some treats for cleaning ear.

Do not use Cotton bud or cotton tip for cleaning as it may cause damage to ear bud. It may further push

the debris in ear canal.

- Step-by-Step Guide for Ear Cleaning

1. Make your dog sit in front of you with rear leg placed between your legs. For large breeds make

your dog stand sidewise near wall and rear end in the corner of room and stand on one of the

side.

2. Hold the ear flap vertically so that ear canal can be observed. Use other hand to hold ear

cleaning solution.

3. Apply some ear cleaning solution in dog ear. Do not put the tip of bottle in the ear. After

applying the cleaning solution clean the tip using cotton swabs to prevent spread of harmful

bacteria or fungus.

4. Keeping ear flap vertically, gently massage the base of the ear for 30-40 seconds. This will help

spread of cleaning solution in the ear and break the debris.

5. Use cotton ball and gauze to wipe away debris from inner part of the ear flap. Allow the dog to

shake his head which will allow the remaining ear solution and debris to move out of canal to

the outer opening of the ear. Use cotton ball to remove the debris from outer canal.

6. Provide treat to the dog and wait for minutes before repeating the same process with other

ear.

7. If any pain, swelling or injury is observed then stop the process and consult your veterinarian

immediately.

Dr. ashish arya