Learn how to maintain
good dog ear health

Be aware of the importance of dog ear health checking those ears regularly especially lovely long ears as these do not get good air flow so are more susceptible to problems. Take care when bathing your dog use a cloth to wash your dogs head and face so water does not enter the ears, as this can cause problems.

Regular cleaning, is necessary to prevent infections, but do not clean excessively. Only use a quality dog ear clearing solution or drops, use as prescribed, massage the base of each ear to distribute drops or solution.

This product is helpful for fungal and bacterial infections in the ear.

Newton Homeopathics Ear Relief

A homeopathic remedy to relieve symptoms of ear mites,minor ear infections,redness,swelling and pain.

An effective ear solution from a soothing blend of herbal extracts,elimates ear wax,odors and prevents infection.

Dogs will usually shake their heads which helps dislodge wax and debris use cotton balls to remove, sometimes matted hair is a problem. It is not recommended that you use Q sticks or cotton buds especially in the ear canal, if the drops do not dislodge the wax in the ear canal consult your vet.

Causes of ear infections
Ear mites
Ears full of wax
Bacteria or Yeast
Debris in ears
Poor ear drainage
Also infections can be contracted from the puppy’s mother or other pets in the household.

Ear mites are tiny parasites that live on the lining of the ear canal, when they pierce the skin to feed and this causes discomfort and inflammation. Signs of ear problems in your dog – scratching ears – head shaking – odour from ears – discharge – tilts head – restless - ears painful to touch.

If you suspect your dog has an ear infection consult your vet as soon as possible, as infections not treated, can cause loss of hearing.

Dog ear health is sometimes overlooked and new owners need to start early with their puppy’s.

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