Do you need to clean your dog’s ears? And if yes, how often? The appropriate course of action varies from situation to situation. We'll go through how a "typical" dog's ears function, why they could get dirty and require cleaning, and what warning signals to look out for.

How can I tell if my dog has an ear problem?

The following symptoms indicate that your dog may have an ear problem:

• Extra head shaking, holding his head to one side, ear scratching, or discomfort while touching the ears could all be signs of a problem.
• Serum in the ear(s)
• Redness and tenderness in the ear flap skin
• An enlargement or puffing up of the ear flap

If your dog is showing any of these symptoms you will need to take them to your vet. While owners can try to treat their pets' infected ears with cleaners or home remedies on their own, only a vet can determine whether or not this is the right course of action. Specialised care is necessary for ear infections.

What goes on inside the ear of a typical dog?

The ear canals of dogs are covered in skin. As with the rest of the body, skin cells reproduce and die off at a steady rate. Ear obstruction can also be caused by wax and hair in addition to these cells. A smart system in the ear causes skin cells to migrate upward, like an escalator, bringing debris, dead cells, and secretions up and out.

A healthy ear will not get infected with yeast or bacteria. Researchers have shown that canine ear canals tend to be free of bacteria and other microorganisms.

Inflammation in the ear canal, known as otitis externa, can prevent normal clearing function and increase the risk of infection. The ear canal may permanently alter and narrow after infection, making subsequent infections more likely. Your dog's susceptibility to inflammation and infection could be the result of a number of things.

What could cause my dog to be prone to ear problems?

Wax can harden into big plugs in the ears of older dogs, leading to pain, head shaking, and even subsequent infection and injury. With an otoscope, your veterinarian can examine your dog's ear canals and determine if they need to be cleaned.

The softened, more infected tissues along the canal are a common side effect of canal swimming. The same results can be achieved using water-based cleaning products. To avoid having your dog become sick, keep it out of polluted pools.

Otitis externa is typically caused by allergic skin illness (also known as atopic dermatitis or atopy). Atopic dermatitis is thought to be the root cause of 75% of otitis occurrences. German shepherds, Labradors, golden retrievers, boxers, spaniels (particularly cocker spaniels), and westies are among the breeds at increased risk for atopy.

Some possible primary causes of otitis include autoimmune disorders, foreign substances (such as grass seeds), hormonal abnormalities (such as hypothyroidism or Cushing's), and parasitic ear disease. Moreover, weather conditions such as high heat and humidity may promote bacterial development.

Essential Dog Herbal Ear Cleaner

Many pet owners either neglect or don’t think it’s necessary to clean their pet's ears, and this can lead to a number of unpleasant health problems aftermentioned as well as an expensive trip to the vet. Our herbal ear cleaner is designed to clean out the ear canal and the pinnae of any accumulated wax or debris (inside of ear flap and down the canal). Our dog ear cleaner is the gentlest on the market, and it's also the simplest to use. With a light touch, the expanded nozzle is positioned over the entrance to the ear canal, and the spray is then released into the ear canal with the press of a finger. No more inconvenient, time-consuming, and wasteful bottle tipping. It may be used by dogs of any age, breed, or skin type.

• Clears out the ear canal of wax and debris
• Ear canal and external ear cleaning and odor removal
• Application is a breeze because you just spray it on (no product wastage)
• No gummy aftertaste
• An anti-sting formula
• Pure and simple
• Certified organic, plant-based ingredients; no sulfates or parabens
• Free of DPG and Phthalates
• No Castor or Mineral Oil