My dog is being treated for an unspecified ear infection and the Vet has asked me to clean his ears with an ear wash that I thought I had, but do not. I want to know if there are any substitutes for a commercially prepared ear wash.
2007-08-22 18:42:51 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Thank you for all of your answers! I first noticed his head shaking and scratching a few days after a bath, so it is likely that I got water in his ears. (he will not allow cotton balls in his ears to prevent water entering). The vet tech said no to alcohol because it would burn, burn, burn!
2007-08-23 07:38:23 · update #1
mild soap and warm water, but that will only do if you have the anti-biotic drops to use after you wash them.
2007-08-22 18:51:58 · answer #1 · answered by Sandra Dee 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Half witch hazel and half white vinegar kills bacteria,fungus and helps to dry out the ear canal.Just squirt a little in,massage the ear and stand back while the dog shakes( I would do this outside) Wipe clean with a cotton ball and get into the crevices with a q - tip.A good ear wash,when you can get to your vet,is Vet Solutions.It smells great and really does the job. Good luck.
2007-08-22 20:01:43 · answer #2 · answered by Dances With Woofs! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are looking for a good home remedy, I suggest using a mixture of 1-part rubbing alcohol and two parts distilled white vinegar. It will disinfect the ear; vets even suggest using it to kill ear mites. To apply, douse cotton ball in solution and while rubbing only the outer part of the ear, squeeze to release more of the liquid into the inner ear. Be careful, however, not to apply too much of the liquid to the inside of the ear, as this might cause further problems. -Also, to prevent further infection and help maintain your dog's health once the ear infection is successfully treated, try pulling out the fur/hair grown around and just inside the opening of the ear. This hair that I am referring to often traps dirt and bacteria that thrives in moist, incubated environments, such as those found inside a dog's ear canal. By removing this hair, you decrease your dog's chance of ear infections. Good luck; I wish your dog the best of health and you, the most joy in enjoying him.
2007-08-22 19:17:21 · answer #3 · answered by Elbie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OtiCalm is described as an astringent, general cleansing formulation for use in ears of dogs and cats. Ingredients: Water, Propylene Glycol,Poloxamer 407, Salicylic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Malic acid and Eucalyptus oil. You might check and compare the ingredients on your facial astringents, if you use them, and dilute with water. Or hydrogen peroxide mixed 50/50 with water would probably work too. I know that most ear wax removers for humans contain hydrogen peroxide.
2007-08-22 19:01:14 · answer #4 · answered by cestlavie44 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure, we have the same problem with a Gret Dane. Delute a little peroxide with water and use a cotton swab to clean the ears.
2007-08-22 18:52:49 · answer #5 · answered by smittybo20 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
U can use white vinegar, dilute it with water, u can add a little of it whn u mop ur floor oso.
2007-08-22 19:20:09 · answer #6 · answered by jtlg78 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
mineral oil and a cotton ball.
2007-08-22 18:58:00 · answer #7 · answered by corgi 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋