To improve the health and quality of life of every animal we touch.
Pet Ear Cleaning Step by Step
By Dr. Craig Miller
Step 1:
1. Hold tip of ear straight up. If you are cleaning a cat’s ears, wrap entire body snuggly in a towel, leaving only the head sticking out from the towel.
Step 2:
1. Fill ear canal with cleaning solution.
Step 3:
1. Massage ear at base (as close to the head as possible) for 20 seconds, holding tip of ear up the entire time.
Step 4:
1. Release ear and allow your pet to shake head.
Step 5:
1. Use a towel or tissue to wipe away any visible dirt and excess cleaner from ear
flap.
Other Tips:
Clean the ears after swimming or baths. If using ear medication, clean the ears every 2-3 days while medicating. Some dogs produce a lot of wax and need their ears cleaned on a regular basis (every 1-3 weeks). If you get a lot of wax out of the ear, increase the frequency of ear cleanings.