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Treating a Dog's Ear Infection

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January 21, 2014

I have a home remedy that lots of people swear by to cure the smelly black hard clumps in my Poodle's ear. It includes boric acid. Is this boric acid the same as what kills rodents or is it a different boric acid? I have the powder boric acid, will this suffice or should I have liquid from the pharmacy?

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By Latonya W.

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January 23, 20140 found this helpful
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Could it be that the dog has ear mites? The mites' excretment is what causes the black stuff. I would have the vet check it first to see what you are dealing with.

 
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February 19, 2011

How much Vagisil do you use for severe infections in the ear?

By samnatha from Corning, CA

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February 22, 20110 found this helpful
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I am not sure Vagisil will do anything for the infection but stop the itching. But Monastat will, if the dog has a fungal infection. You can get the drug store brand, and it will work just as well.

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It won't take very much of it, so 1 tube will do a while. Colloidal Silver will also kill the fungus, or any bacteria in the dog's ears if used regularly, will keep the infection down.

 
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August 11, 2012

I tried vinegar and water and it hasn't helped much. Is there any other suggestion for topical treatments?

By Vince

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August 12, 20120 found this helpful
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Many long-eared dogs are prone to yeast infections. If this is the case with your dog, you could try over-the counter products used to treat women's vaginal yeast infections, such as Monistat (I buy the generic version).

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Just squeeze some of the cream on to a soft cloth and thoroughly wipe it in the ear, and then massage the ear to make sure the cream gets down into the ear canal. You can do this several times a day.

 
August 13, 20121 found this helpful
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I would offer the following advice: Stop feeding soy, wheat and corn. Diamond makes a good line of foods that have none of these items in them. You can buy in bulk and save money.

 
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April 19, 2015

I used Otic Hc 1.0 enzymatic solution, but the ear infection still won't leave. I want to try a home treatment like rubbing alcohol or hydrogen peroxide.

By Jack C.

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April 19, 20150 found this helpful
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I take it you got this at a drug store or pet store? Do you know whether your dog has a yeast, fungal, or bacterial infection? Have you taken your dog to the vet for a proper diagnosis?

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Neither rubbing alcohol or peroxide will do anything at all for your dog. Your dog has been in discomfort for a while now. Please take him to the vet for the correct diagnosis of the infection and for antibiotics.

 
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February 20, 2011

I have a 6 year old Pit Bull/Lab who has yeast infections in his ears. I want to use the vinegar, but he will not let me touch them; he runs. Any ideas on how to get him to let me touch them?

He is a very timid dog since all this and I don't want to get bitten. I have tried the vet thing and wow the money I have spend for it to go away for a few months and come back again. They will not give meds without you coming in even when you have been there for years and they know the dog's history. I can't afford any more bills. I have 2 kids and a husband out of work.

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By michele from Nashville, TN

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February 21, 20110 found this helpful
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When we have to put drops in our lab's ears, it takes two of us. My husband holds the dog (he kind of hugs it real close), and I put the drops in. I've also started putting a couple of tablespoons of yogurt in the dog's food every day, and this seems to have stopped the ear infections. You have to use the real yogurt with live cultures, that comes in the larger tub, not the kind mixed with fruit, etc.

 
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May 28, 2015

We have an 11 yr. old male Maltese who keeps developing ear infections. The vet bills are expensive, and since we are on a fixed income we have to look for alternative ways of treating his infections.

In the past the vet has given him Otibiotic Ointment. Can anyone offer a possible alternative treatment that works?

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May 30, 20150 found this helpful
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I need to tell you first that I am NOT a vet... however I have successfully treated ear infections in both my family members and our animals using the following home remedy;

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Put half a cup of olive oil in a small saucepan (top of a double boiler is even better). Peel a large clove of garlic, and put it on a cutting board. Smash it with the flat side of a knife, and put it into the olive oil. Heat it very gently for about five minutes, stirring it around in the oil. Do not get this really hot. You don't want it to sizzle at all.

Remove garlic from the oil and let it cool. When it is lukewarm (test it on your own wrist, just like you're bottle-feeding a baby), take an eyedropper and place a couple or three drops in your pets ear. Massage gently to work it down into the ear.

I usually do this twice a day until the infection clears. You can use the same oil, warming it in a custard cup set into a larger bowl of warm water, but always make sure you clean the dropper very well between uses with hot soapy water and a good rinse.

Hope this helps!

 
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November 24, 2009

My dog's ear usually stand up. One is down and a little pink, is this an ear infection?

By pat from Landing, NJ

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November 26, 20090 found this helpful
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Has he been scratching the ear ? (That might be why it is pink.) Does the interior of his ear smell? Either of these could indicate a problem. It's always good to check with your vet.

 
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March 7, 2012

What is the ratio of alcohol, vinegar, water for yeast infection in dogs ears?

By Gail G

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March 11, 20120 found this helpful
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October 9, 2011

Is there a home made solution for dogs ear infections?

By Vonny

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October 10, 20110 found this helpful
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I highly recommend taking your dog to the vet to get an answer to your question. Often what's going on in a dog's ears may not need to be treated with antibiotics. He/she could have allergies, or dirt and oily build-up which a mere ear cleanse and cotton wipe on a regular basis, could cure.

Just like with humans, we have to keep the ears clean or we'll have problems. Our pets rely on us to clean their ears since they can't do it themselves. Don't try to diagnose the problem yourself, let a professional tell you what route to take. Trying remedies on your own could make the problem worse.

 
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April 22, 2015

Why does my female dog keep getting an ear infection?

By Geraldine

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November 15, 20170 found this helpful

Some dogs have ear infections because of the food they are eating. They can be allergic to something in the food which can cause a yeast or bacterial in their ears. I would have the vet look at your dog and see if this is actually your problem. Furthermore, you can try changing the brand of dog food you are buying to see if this one helps. Try getting a dog for for dog with food allergies.

 
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December 17, 2014

black LabI have a Black Lab. She has an ear that is smelly and has gunk in it. Can you help me with a home remedy treatment?

By carolann yaros

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December 18, 20140 found this helpful
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Your dog obviously has a problem-infection, fungus, etc. However, you do not know what it is or how to treat and resolve the problem. Please take your dog to your vet for help-he may need medication for the ear. It is also possible he may have another condition not related to the ear itself and may need different treatment. Please do not wait as your dog is suffering.

 
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February 3, 2014

My dog scratches her ear very hard. When I look in her ear she has some black particles inside. She also has some red dots in her ear. I would like to try the home remedies, but can you tell me how much of each product I should use in her ear?

By Nilsa

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February 6, 20140 found this helpful
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Clean the ears with a Q-tip moistened with baby oil. Discard the Q-tips carefully because the mites will survive this. Don't go too deep into the ear! When the ear is as clean as you can get it, carefully put a dropper of 3 parts water and 1 part vinegar. Do this every day until she has no more symptoms. You may have to treat again so keep watch. It's O.K. if the vinegar/water runs out. Just going in is what is important.

 
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November 13, 2018

I have a 5 month old Lab/Rottweiler. I just recently found out my pup had an ear infection in one of his ears. At first I noticed he was scratching his left ear until he'd let out a tiny cry, but he'd continue and was constantly doing it. A day or two after that I noticed that he started to smell awful in his ear. I figured that can't be good. I've been cleaning it out every day or two as best as I could with Q-tips and a warm wash cloth and keeping it as dry as possible.Treating a Dog's Ear Infection

 


I googled it, Google brought me here and now here I am asking for the internet's help deciding what else I could do or if I should even risk tying one of the medicines in the picture. And I must mention, I'm not a rich person, and the vets in my area do not do payments. It was this site that gave me the idea to use people medicine if I can't afford a vet visit. Now, I love every single one of my pets. I've got 2 cats, 5 kittens, and my puppy, and I'd do absolutely anything for my little fur babies. So, if someone could help me out, it'd be much appreciated.

Thank you.

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May 16, 2016

We've been to vet for antibiotics, drops, and even laser treatment, but my pup can't shake her ear infections! Can someone please help? There has gotta be some home remedy, something I'm missing.

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May 17, 20160 found this helpful

When antibiotics aren't working, try probiotics in the food. This helps boost your dog's immunity so she can hopefully kick the infection on her own. Good luck.

 
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August 19, 2011

Waldo has an ear infection and has been treated twice in one month by the vet. It is much better. There is some infection still there and some puss. What else can I do?

By Tracie

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August 20, 20110 found this helpful

My suggestion is as long as the medicine the vet is providing your pet works; continue using it until it is cleared up. Then, use Blue Powder Ear Wash on a regular basis. Right now while there is puss in the ear is not a good time to do the ear wash treatment. Never use this ear wash with other ear medicines at the same time.

You can do a google search on this ear wash and it's very inexpensive to make and lasts a long time. I use it regularly on my long eared dogs and none of them have any ear infections. Just pour into the ear and massage a minute and wipe excess with cotton balls. All you use is boric acid in powder form, isopropyl alcohol and gentian violet and always mix well before using each time. Directions are on TF and other websites.

 
August 20, 20110 found this helpful

When we took our dog to the vet for an ear infection, He gave us a bottle of Oxyfresh ear wash to use after we were done giving him his medication. He said to put the ear wash in his ear every week or two to prevent another infection. I googled Oxyfresh ear wash, and you can buy it online.

 
August 22, 20110 found this helpful

Talk to your Veterinarian about the problem.

 

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August 23, 20110 found this helpful

Agree with FARSTAR -time for a callback to your vet. Meds may have to be adjusted.

 
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March 12, 2013

I've read the raves about how good this works, but I have not found how much of each to use. Do you use do you mix the vinegar, rubbing alcohol, and water together? I need some guidance please.

By Kathy P

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March 13, 20130 found this helpful

Hi Kathy, This tip from dlginlove was posted yesterday. I saved it in a file and am pasting it below for you. It uses hydrogen peroxide, then switches to rubbing alcohol.

Ear Infection Treatment For Dogs
My dog had a constant ear problem (2 years) that even a round of antibiotics didn't cure. I tried every reasonable treatment recipe I could find on the net. I switched veterinarians and this guy knew the fix. People would come from the other side of the state to have him treat their dogs ears. It must be followed consistently, every day:

Step One: Put approximately one tablespoon (enough to fill their ear canal) hydrogen peroxide in their ear for seven days in a row. I used a long eyedropper.
Step Two: Put one tablespoon of rubbing alcohol in their ear for seven days in a row.

I cannot stress enough that this must be followed as written, do not combine both treatments at the same time. The hydrogen peroxide treats one type of infection and the alcohol treats another.

If your dog is yelping in pain take her to the vet and get antibiotics before starting this regimen. On the last day of treatment my dog actually wagged her tail. Pain free at last!
By dlginlove from MO ThriftyFun.com 3-12-13

 
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July 20, 2014

Can I use Campho-Phenique for yeast infection in my dog's ear?

By Cori H.

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April 19, 2011

Can you use Monistat in a dog's ear instead of Mometamax? I can't afford a vet.

By Dianne

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April 19, 20110 found this helpful

Here is the link to make Blue Power Ear Wash for dogs that really works and keeps them fresh smelling.
You can get the boric acid powder at Family Dollar a great deal cheaper that is used for killing ants. It's pure boric acid; no additives.

Gentian violet can be purchased at the pharmacy dept.
I like to use the green alcohol at Family Dollar because it smells fresh and has a pleasant scent.
I use this homemade recipe on my cocker spaniels and they have been ear infected clear; just follow directions. Scroll to bottom of page on this link to find the recipe. Good luck!
www.vkwrottweilers.com/health.htm

 

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April 21, 20110 found this helpful

It also depends on what kind of ear infection your dog has. It could be a yeast infection or a bacterial infection, which means they would be treated differently.

 
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March 5, 2010

Every fall for 4 years my dog has gotten fluid in her ears and it's not mites. I had a vet look at her ears and he said there was no infection. You rub her ear and you can hear the fluid.

She tears at her ears all winter, but in the spring it clears up and is fine all summer. They don't smell, but there is a lot of build up that I clean out every other day, but it only works for a day or two. Any ideas?

By Melissa from Portland, OR

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March 9, 20100 found this helpful

Melissa, I'm surprised your Vet doesn't offer any ideas. I am a retired nurse. For dogs, as with humans, leaving water in the ears can turn into "Swimmers Ear" or Otitis Media (middle ear infection). Your observation is correct in that if there is no odor - there's no infection going on. Infections need a dark, warm, and wet environment, and some bacteria to survive. Perhaps your dog is avoiding these conditions due to your stringent nursing care. Good girl!

My Molly is 11 and has had one infection in those years, however I have been prone to them and this is what I do for me. And like I said, works well on dogs too: If you are sure there is no smell (no infection going on), put a drop or 2 of hydrogen peroxide in each ear and allow it to "work" - bubble. When it stops (about 5 mins) I tilt my head to allow it to drain (you could swab his ear out with a cotton ball if that's easier) and then I put a drop or two of rubbing alcohol in each ear. I use a cotton ball and squeeze a drop or 2 of the alcohol in. It dries the ear up almost immediately, stopping the wet environment that causes infection to start up. You might want to skip the peroxide step if there is no smell since the peroxide tickles like crazy and your dog might hate this!

This method works extremely well and *knock on wood* I have avoided infection using this procedure the minute I felt a little twinge over the years. Good luck, hope it helps!

 
March 9, 20100 found this helpful

I would give your dog people benadryl pills 25mg. each, one per 10lb of weight. one every 4 hours, they will not hurt your dog just make it a little sleepy and it will dry up what is in the ear. I would not use peroxide it will drive your dog crazy in their ear. the vet will probably give u an ointment to use in their ear. the benadryl will help with pain and fluid. bettywickline 069 AT aol.com

 
 
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December 19, 2015

I have a 5 year old Shih Tzu and she constantly has this ear infection. I don't know what to do. I don't have any money to take her to the doctor. What can I do?


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March 31, 2015

What should I do? My dog is shaking her head a lot. I'm thinking her ear is bothering her. Please help.

By Danielle

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January 12, 2015

I want to know how to get zymox. I read it would help my dog's ears.

By Nancy L. Lutz from Smithfield, NC

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