{"id":4157,"date":"2022-04-22T15:14:30","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T15:14:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-use-saline-to-clean-dog-ears\/"},"modified":"2022-04-23T09:51:21","modified_gmt":"2022-04-23T09:51:21","slug":"can-i-use-saline-to-clean-dog-ears","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-use-saline-to-clean-dog-ears\/","title":{"rendered":"Can I use saline to clean dog ears?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-use-saline-to-clean-dog-ears\/#Can_I_use_saline_to_clean_dog_ears\" title=\"Can I use saline to clean dog ears?\">Can I use saline to clean dog ears?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-use-saline-to-clean-dog-ears\/#What_can_I_use_to_clean_my_dogs_ears_at_home\" title=\"What can I use to clean my dog\u2019s ears at home?\">What can I use to clean my dog\u2019s ears at home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-use-saline-to-clean-dog-ears\/#What_can_I_clean_my_dogs_infected_ears_with\" title=\"What can I clean my dog\u2019s infected ears with?\">What can I clean my dog\u2019s infected ears with?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-use-saline-to-clean-dog-ears\/#Can_saline_solution_be_used_on_dogs\" title=\"Can saline solution be used on dogs?\">Can saline solution be used on dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-use-saline-to-clean-dog-ears\/#What_is_the_brown_stuff_in_my_dogs_ears\" title=\"What is the brown stuff in my dog\u2019s ears?\">What is the brown stuff in my dog\u2019s ears?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-use-saline-to-clean-dog-ears\/#What_is_a_natural_remedy_for_yeast_infection_in_dogs_ears\" title=\"What is a natural remedy for yeast infection in dogs ears?\">What is a natural remedy for yeast infection in dogs ears?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-use-saline-to-clean-dog-ears\/#How_do_I_clean_my_dogs_ears_that_hate\" title=\"How do I clean my dogs ears that hate?\">How do I clean my dogs ears that hate?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-use-saline-to-clean-dog-ears\/#How_often_should_I_clean_my_dogs_infected_ears\" title=\"How often should I clean my dog\u2019s infected ears?\">How often should I clean my dog\u2019s infected ears?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-use-saline-to-clean-dog-ears\/#What_oil_is_safe_for_dogs_ears\" title=\"What oil is safe for dogs ears?\">What oil is safe for dogs ears?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-use-saline-to-clean-dog-ears\/#Can_I_use_baby_wipes_to_clean_my_dogs_ears\" title=\"Can I use baby wipes to clean my dog\u2019s ears?\">Can I use baby wipes to clean my dog\u2019s ears?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-use-saline-to-clean-dog-ears\/#Can_you_put_peroxide_in_a_dogs_ear\" title=\"Can you put peroxide in a dog\u2019s ear?\">Can you put peroxide in a dog\u2019s ear?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-use-saline-to-clean-dog-ears\/#What_is_the_best_eye_wash_for_dogs\" title=\"What is the best eye wash for dogs?\">What is the best eye wash for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-use-saline-to-clean-dog-ears\/#What_does_saline_solution_do_for_eyes\" title=\"What does saline solution do for eyes?\">What does saline solution do for eyes?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_use_saline_to_clean_dog_ears\"><\/span>Can I use saline to clean dog ears?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<div id=\"cnt_rb_271118\" class=\"cnt32_rl_bg_str\" data-id=\"271118\"><span style=\"font-family: var(--global-body-font-family);\">Normal saline can be used and is very safe. This includes products like Virbac\u2019s Epi-Otic Ear Cleaner. Epi-Otic has a low pH of 2.2 and contains no chlorhexidine or alcohol. Other popular, safe options include Zymox cleanser with bio-active enzymes and ear wipes like these.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-can-i-use-to-clean-my-dog-s-ears-at\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_use_to_clean_my_dogs_ears_at_home\"><\/span>What can I use to clean my dog\u2019s ears at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog doesn\u2019t have an ear infection and only needs to have their ear flap cleaned, Dr. Nelson tells Rover that a 50\/50 solution of distilled water and white vinegar is a good at-home option. This maintenance treatment can help prevent infection in an otherwise healthy ear, she says.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-can-i-clean-my-dog-s-infected-ears-with\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_clean_my_dogs_infected_ears_with\"><\/span>What can I clean my dog\u2019s infected ears with?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-114184\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/What-can-I-clean-my-dogs-infected-ears-with.jpg\" alt=\"What can I clean my dog\u2019s infected ears with?\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/What-can-I-clean-my-dogs-infected-ears-with.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/What-can-I-clean-my-dogs-infected-ears-with-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/What-can-I-clean-my-dogs-infected-ears-with-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/What-can-I-clean-my-dogs-infected-ears-with-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/What-can-I-clean-my-dogs-infected-ears-with-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Mix apple cider vinegar and distilled water into a half and half solution. If you have a solution bottle or syringe, you can put the solution directly into the ear canal by squirting it in. Avoid using cotton swabs in your dog\u2019s ears. A solution or syringe bottle will have a long tip to get the solution into the ear.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold;\">How do you flush out a dog\u2019s ear?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: var(--global-body-font-family);\">Squeeze a veterinarian-approved ear-cleaning solution to fill your dog\u2019s ear canal and massage gently at the base of the ear for about 30 seconds. You will hear a squishing sound as the product dislodges debris and buildup. Don\u2019t let the tip of the applicator touch your dog\u2019s ear, as this can introduce bacteria.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-4\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<div style=\"margin: 50px 0px 40px; clear: both;\">\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5C39A9UU720\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"can-saline-solution-be-used-on-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_saline_solution_be_used_on_dogs\"><\/span>Can saline solution be used on dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Rinse your dog\u2019s eye and eye area with simple saline solution, which can be purchased from a veterinarian or pharmacy, or made with a teaspoon of salt water in a cup of warm water.\u00a0 This can be done several times per day or use artificial tears or a commercial eye scrub product.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-the-brown-stuff-in-my-dog-s-ears\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_brown_stuff_in_my_dogs_ears\"><\/span>What is the brown stuff in my dog\u2019s ears?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Outer ear infection (otitis externa).<\/p>\n<p>A waxy, yellow, or reddish-brown ear discharge can also be a sign your dog has an ear infection, which can be a result of allergies, mites, polyps, overproduction of ear wax, excessive bathing or swimming (which can leave too much moisture in the ears), or other problems.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-a-natural-remedy-for-yeast-infection\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_natural_remedy_for_yeast_infection_in_dogs_ears\"><\/span>What is a natural remedy for yeast infection in dogs ears?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Apple cider vinegar \u2013 Vinegar changes the pH of your dog\u2019s skin so that the yeast cannot grow when it is applied topically. A solution of half apple cider vinegar and half water can be used to bathe your dog or wipe onto the infected areas.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-do-i-clean-my-dogs-ears-that-hate\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_clean_my_dogs_ears_that_hate\"><\/span>How do I clean my dogs ears that hate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Use a cotton ball or a cotton pad wrapped around your index finger to gently wipe the visible part of your dog\u2019s ear canal and outer ear. Use a cotton swab only if necessary and only on the visible portion of your dog\u2019s ear. Reward your pup with another treat and then repeat these steps for the other ear.<\/p>\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/B0MKNKmwcww\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"how-often-should-i-clean-my-dog-s-infected\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_often_should_I_clean_my_dogs_infected_ears\"><\/span>How often should I clean my dog\u2019s infected ears?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-114185\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-often-should-I-clean-my-dogs-infected-ears.webp\" alt=\"How often should I clean my dog\u2019s infected ears?\" width=\"2121\" height=\"1274\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-often-should-I-clean-my-dogs-infected-ears.webp 2121w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-often-should-I-clean-my-dogs-infected-ears-300x180.webp 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-often-should-I-clean-my-dogs-infected-ears-1024x615.webp 1024w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-often-should-I-clean-my-dogs-infected-ears-768x461.webp 768w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-often-should-I-clean-my-dogs-infected-ears-1536x923.webp 1536w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-often-should-I-clean-my-dogs-infected-ears-2048x1230.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2121px) 100vw, 2121px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>All dogs should have their ears cleaned at least once a month.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-oil-is-safe-for-dogs-ears\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_oil_is_safe_for_dogs_ears\"><\/span>What oil is safe for dogs ears?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you do not have any dog ear cleaner then use olive oil as this too will help loosen any wax. Having put some cleaner or olive oil into the canal, massage the ear and pinch the canal until you hear a squelching noise.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"can-i-use-baby-wipes-to-clean-my-dog-s-ears\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_use_baby_wipes_to_clean_my_dogs_ears\"><\/span>Can I use baby wipes to clean my dog\u2019s ears?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You don\u2019t need a lot of tools to clean your dog\u2019s ears at home. Many of the items are human grooming tools, including balls of cotton, tissues, or baby wipes. Your veterinarian can help you select an ear cleaner that is right for your dog.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"can-you-put-peroxide-in-a-dog-s-ear\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_put_peroxide_in_a_dogs_ear\"><\/span>Can you put peroxide in a dog\u2019s ear?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You will need a gentle veterinary ear cleaning solution and gauze squares or cotton balls (no cotton swabs!). We do not recommend the use of alcohol or hydrogen peroxide to clean your dog\u2019s ears. These products can cause inflammation to the ear canal and further exacerbate infections.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cC0l1rlYi5Y\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-the-best-eye-wash-for-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_eye_wash_for_dogs\"><\/span>What is the best eye wash for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A Clear Look at the Best Dog Eye Wash<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ark Naturals Eyes So Bright Cleanser.<\/li>\n<li>Nutri-Vet Dog Dog Eye Rinse.<\/li>\n<li>Miracle Care Sterile Dog Eye Wash Pads.<\/li>\n<li>TropiClean Spa Dog Eye Wash.<\/li>\n<li>Vetericyn Plus Antimicrobial Eye Gel.<\/li>\n<li>Tomlyn Opticlear Dog Eye Wash.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"what-does-saline-solution-do-for-eyes\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_saline_solution_do_for_eyes\"><\/span>What does saline solution do for eyes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Sensitive Eyes saline solution removes loosened debris and traces of daily cleaner when used as a rinse after cleaning. It can also be used to rinse lens cases as a final (pre-inserting) lens rinse after chemical (not heat) and hydrogen peroxide disinfection.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Can I use saline to clean dog ears?What can I use to clean my dog\u2019s ears at home?What can I clean my dog\u2019s infected ears with?Can saline solution be used on dogs?What is the brown stuff in my dog\u2019s ears?What is a natural remedy for yeast infection in dogs ears?How do I&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":114183,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[619],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Can-I-use-saline-to-clean-dog-ears.webp","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4157"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4157"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4157\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":114186,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4157\/revisions\/114186"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/114183"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4157"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4157"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4157"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}