{"id":4235,"date":"2022-05-22T09:14:36","date_gmt":"2022-05-22T09:14:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/question-what-can-i-put-in-my-dogs-ears-to-soothe-them\/"},"modified":"2022-05-23T10:32:35","modified_gmt":"2022-05-23T10:32:35","slug":"question-what-can-i-put-in-my-dogs-ears-to-soothe-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/question-what-can-i-put-in-my-dogs-ears-to-soothe-them\/","title":{"rendered":"Question: What can I put in my dog\u2019s ears to soothe them?"},"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\/question-what-can-i-put-in-my-dogs-ears-to-soothe-them\/#Question_What_can_I_put_in_my_dogs_ears_to_soothe_them\" title=\"Question: What can I put in my dog\u2019s ears to soothe them?\">Question: What can I put in my dog\u2019s ears to soothe them?<\/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\/question-what-can-i-put-in-my-dogs-ears-to-soothe-them\/#How_can_I_soothe_my_dogs_irritated_ears\" title=\"How can I soothe my dogs irritated ears?\">How can I soothe my dogs irritated ears?<\/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\/question-what-can-i-put-in-my-dogs-ears-to-soothe-them\/#Is_there_a_home_remedy_for_a_dog_ear_infection\" title=\"Is there a home remedy for a dog ear infection?\">Is there a home remedy for a dog ear infection?<\/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\/question-what-can-i-put-in-my-dogs-ears-to-soothe-them\/#What_do_vets_give_dogs_for_ear_infections\" title=\"What do vets give dogs for ear infections?\">What do vets give dogs for ear infections?<\/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\/question-what-can-i-put-in-my-dogs-ears-to-soothe-them\/#Does_Olive_Oil_Help_ear_infections_in_dogs\" title=\"Does Olive Oil Help ear infections in dogs?\">Does Olive Oil Help ear infections in dogs?<\/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\/question-what-can-i-put-in-my-dogs-ears-to-soothe-them\/#How_do_I_clean_my_dogs_infected_ear\" title=\"How do I clean my dogs infected ear?\">How do I clean my dogs infected ear?<\/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\/question-what-can-i-put-in-my-dogs-ears-to-soothe-them\/#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-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/question-what-can-i-put-in-my-dogs-ears-to-soothe-them\/#Is_apple_cider_vinegar_good_for_dog_ear_infections\" title=\"Is apple cider vinegar good for dog ear infections?\">Is apple cider vinegar good for dog ear infections?<\/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\/question-what-can-i-put-in-my-dogs-ears-to-soothe-them\/#What_happens_if_a_dogs_ear_infection_goes_untreated\" title=\"What happens if a dogs ear infection goes untreated?\">What happens if a dogs ear infection goes untreated?<\/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\/question-what-can-i-put-in-my-dogs-ears-to-soothe-them\/#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-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/question-what-can-i-put-in-my-dogs-ears-to-soothe-them\/#How_can_you_tell_if_your_dog_has_a_ear_infection\" title=\"How can you tell if your dog has a ear infection?\">How can you tell if your dog has a ear infection?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Question_What_can_I_put_in_my_dogs_ears_to_soothe_them\"><\/span>Question: What can I put in my dog\u2019s ears to soothe them?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Start with an ear cleaner recommended by your veterinarian (don&#8217;t use rubbing alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, or witch hazel, as these can irritate your pet&#8217;s delicate ear canals). Squeeze a good amount of ear cleaner into your dog&#8217;s ear canal. You want to use enough that it starts to spill out of their ear.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UZSRoSy8amA\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-can-i-soothe-my-dogs-irritated-ears\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_soothe_my_dogs_irritated_ears\"><\/span>How can I soothe my dogs irritated 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);\">Your veterinarian will thoroughly clean your dog\u2019s ears using a medicated ear cleanser. Your vet may also prescribe an ear cleanser and a topical medication for you to use at home. In severe cases, your vet may prescribe oral antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"is-there-a-home-remedy-for-dog-ear-infection\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_there_a_home_remedy_for_a_dog_ear_infection\"><\/span>Is there a home remedy for a dog ear infection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Home Remedy to Prevent Infections<\/p>\n<p>You can purchase a dog ear wash at the store or mix half water and half hydrogen peroxide to make your own cleaning solution at home.<\/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\/N-ZvwMOF52A\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-do-vets-give-dogs-for-ear-infections\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_vets_give_dogs_for_ear_infections\"><\/span>What do vets give dogs for ear infections?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Antibiotics (such as amoxicillin-clavulanate, enrofloxacin, clindamycin, or cefpodoxime) will be used for a bacterial infection for 6-8 weeks minimum. If the infection is fungal in nature, an anti-fungal medication (most often itraconazole) will be prescribed.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"does-olive-oil-help-ear-infections-in-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Olive_Oil_Help_ear_infections_in_dogs\"><\/span>Does Olive Oil Help ear infections in dogs?<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<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/q7NjCTFOBbM\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-4\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\"><span style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold;\">Can you put peroxide in a dogs ear?<\/span><\/div>\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<h2 id=\"how-do-i-clean-my-dogs-infected-ear\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_clean_my_dogs_infected_ear\"><\/span>How do I clean my dogs infected ear?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\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 trip to get the solution into the ear.<\/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\/k1jINwjTEeU\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\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 is the best solution for fungal infections that works with dogs, especially if your pooch loves the water. All you have to do is apply diluted apple cider vinegar directly to your dog\u2019s coat and massage his\/her whole body.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-apple-cider-vinegar-good-for-dog-ear-infections\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_apple_cider_vinegar_good_for_dog_ear_infections\"><\/span>Is apple cider vinegar good for dog ear infections?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Many dogs with skin allergies also develop ear infections. Apple cider vinegar can clean a dog\u2019s ears and rebalance the skin pH, but it will also dry out ears to combat yeast and bacterial infections.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/QvWamyz0cJU\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-happens-if-a-dogs-ear-infection-goes\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_a_dogs_ear_infection_goes_untreated\"><\/span>What happens if a dogs ear infection goes untreated?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ear infections are painful and can be detrimental to your dog\u2019s health if left untreated. Deep ear infections can damage or rupture the eardrum, causing an internal ear infection and even permanent hearing loss. As soon as you see signs of an ear infection, it is essential that you see your veterinarian.<\/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<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\/qsvBOp4Lkyg\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"how-can-you-tell-if-your-dog-has-a-ear-infection\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_you_tell_if_your_dog_has_a_ear_infection\"><\/span>How can you tell if your dog has a ear infection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Typical Dog Ear Infection Symptoms<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Scratching of the ear or area around the ear.<\/li>\n<li>Brown, yellow, or bloody discharge.<\/li>\n<li>Odor in the ear.<\/li>\n<li>Redness Swelling Crusts or scabs on inside of the outer ear.<\/li>\n<li>Hair loss around the ear.<\/li>\n<li>Rubbing of the ear and surrounding area on the floor or furniture.<\/li>\n<li>Head shaking or head tilt.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cANhC5VYREU\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><strong>Related posts on dog ear infection :<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-a-dog-catch-an-ear-infection-from-another-dog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Can a dog catch an ear infection from another dog?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-has-an-ear-infection-or-ear-mites\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How do you know if your dog has an ear infection or ear mites?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-you-let-an-ear-infection-go-untreated-in-dogs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">What happens if you let an ear infection go untreated in dogs?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-has-ear-mites-or-an-infection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How do you know if your dog has ear mites or an infection?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-ear-infection-at-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How can I treat my dogs ear infection at home?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-an-ear-infection-cause-a-dog-to-go-deaf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Can an ear infection cause a dog to go deaf?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-causes-yeast-infections-in-dogs-ears\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">What causes yeast infections in dogs ears?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-use-white-vinegar-for-my-dogs-ear-infection\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Can I use white vinegar for my dogs ear infection?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-a-yeast-infection-in-a-dogs-ear\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How do you treat a yeast infection in a dog\u2019s ear?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-4\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; 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