Natural Remedies For Dog Ear Infection
Some pet guardians prefer to treat a dog ear infection with natural and effective home remedies.
This is what a holistic vet taught me.
1) Clean the infected ears with vinegar water solution.
2) Treat the ear infection with Garlic Olive Oil.
3) Lessen the inflammation with Calendula salve.
Here is how you do it.
http://budurl.com/DogEarInfection
If your dog is prone to allergies because of a compromised immune system, a dog supplement can help.
Look for a dog supplement with a key immune protective blend. Bovine colostrum, Inositol, Aloe vera, and Maiitake mushrooms help to give your dog a strong and healthy immune system.
Hope this helps. Wishing your pets a speedy recovery.
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Post By Boo (Guest Post)
(12/30/2008)
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The person who says there is no evidence that herbal treatments work, well, as far as I'm concerned, the TONS of people claiming success with them--myself included--are proof enough. When you get better and longer-lasting results treating *your own* dogs ear infection at home with Zymox Otic (w/hydrocortizone) or blue power solution, than two vets were able to achieve, that's proof enough.
Blue Power solution is good. Google will turn it up for you. Zymox Otic with Hydrocortizone is good too. I've tried both with different dogs, and had more success with them, than with vet and vet treatments. Costs a lot less, too. Good luck to you.
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Post By Davd (Guest Post)
(12/23/2008)
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My springer got a moderate ear infection over christmas holliday (vets not working) so I tried things that I know kill bacteria. I poured the ear full of hydrogen peroxide and let it break up the puss and gunk in the ear. Then I drained it and irigated with water. Next, I soaked the ear with white Vinegar for 5 minutes. Finally, I Soaked the ear for 5 minutes in 90% Isopropyl alchohol and let the ear dry out. I did that once a day for 2 days. On the third day I couldn't find any evidence of infection. I hope this helps
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Post By true to help ear infection (Guest Post)
(12/20/2008)
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My dog's got ear infections and I poured some cod lover oil into the ears and not even 10 minutes later all shacking and scratching was gone. To date they haven't had infection in their ears again, and they are now loving and playful dog`s again. I swear it helps immediately with no after effects.
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Post By Denise (Guest Post)
(12/19/2008)
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I find it very interesting that on any site where there is discussion about things that you can do to keep (or get) yourself or your animal healthy without a vet or a doctor there are always those that will provide dire warnings. (I think usually these warnings are written by Dr's or Vets or their spouses, assistants, or relatives.) Adopted a dog -had mange- used half the shots Vet recommended and refused an extra fee for the check-up they wanted to do by insisting on the shot only. (After all, I can see when a skin condition is gone or getting better too, actually, better than the Vet in their 5 min. observations, as my site is constant and I know my dogs well.)
Other dog in home and sick dog were given some herbal treatments (castille soap, Tea Tree, and Neem oil rubdowns/baths) and a flea control that claimed to cure/prevent mange. Problem gone $100's of dollars cheaper than what Vet prescribed (dangerous chemical baths and shots)! The dogs were kept far, far, more comfortable and less stressed as well. (If I wasn't seeing success I might have had to go completely with what the Vets recommended.) I think a mixture of research along with caution and common sense can save a LOT of money (and maybe lives too). I saved two dogs from shelters and could not have afforded to give them the excellent life that they have if I shelled out the highest possible $'s every time I saw a boo-boo (they would have been put to sleep if without homes instead of being loved and cared for).
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Post By Maureen (Guest Post)
(12/08/2008)
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I would like to thank Michelle 18/11/08 for telling me about Listerine, I have been trying to heal my little dogs ears without success. I tried the vet but to no avail. I tried the Listerine that you suggested and they are looking much better so I will continue everyday to keep them healthy Thank you again Michelle and hope others will try this remedy.
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Post By Bailey & Nova (Guest Post)
(12/01/2008)
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I loved reading all the posts. I am up at 1 a.m. because my poor dog woke me up from his ear infection. I have become obsessed with trying to find a solution for him that is CHEAP & EFFECTIVE. I have spent hundreds at the vet, I am going through bankruptcy and literally can't afford to take him to the vet. I am going to try some of these remedies. Please email me at kerrikirkland AT gmail.com with any recommendations.
THANKS! Helpless Dog Owner
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My two and a half year old AmStaff came to me from a pitty rescue a year ago with horrible skin issues. His fur was coarse and dry and he constantly scratched til he had deep bruising, bald spots that resembled mange, skin leisions that would scab and bleed for weeks at a time. He had a horrid, sour body odor and had to be bathed every four days. I tried every shampoo imaginable. I immediately started him on a raw food diet, it helped, but food wasnt what he was allergic to. I found his allergies were heat and fleas. He would go lay in the sun for ten minutes and come in broke out from nose to tail with a rash.
Someone suggested I use Selsun Blue w/aloe moisturizer. It worked. His skin immediately began to heal and within three days the scabs healed, fur began to grow back, his skin was soft and the foul B/O was gone. He has NO FLEAS, I dont treat him for them at all - just the Selsun Blue. He no longer digs or scratchs, the bumps and leisions are gone (unless I let him go too long without a bath which he gets once every 7 to 10 days now instead of every 4) and he can lay in the sun for hours with only a little rash that is gone the moment he gets bathed.
NOW if I can get his ear infections/mites/yeast/ healed. I clean his ears nearly daily and his symptoms are exactly like Di posted on her dog Monster (8/10/2008). Looking for info that will clean it and will post what I find. Thanks. Luci
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Post By Janet (Guest Post)
(11/21/2008)
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Thanks for all these posts. I been looking for cures for yeast infection
in my poodles ears forever, now I'm going to try one of these remedies, Thanks.
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Post By michelle (guest) (Guest Post)
(11/18/2008)
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I know it sounds weird but one of the BEST things for bad ears or ear infections is Listerine. Yes, I said mouth wash! I work in a kennel and have for years. When you have over 80 dogs in your care you learn a lot on how to treat little (and sometime major) things simply. Listerine works I swear by it! We have had dogs that would cry out if you touched their heads and now you can play with their ears!
Just soak a cotton ball or one of those round, flat cotton pads and put it down in their ear and rub a little if you can. We try to do it once a day. If they have been scratching a lot it may burn a little so they might whine. I know you hate to do stuff that makes them cry, but I assure you it is better than using antibiotics constantly. Eventually antibiotics stop working if you give them too often. And some poor pups just have bad ears.
Try the listerine and good luck! I noticed you posted your question a long time ago...so hoepfully you got it all fixed and maye this will help someone else!
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Post By Jessica H. (Guest Post)
(11/16/2008)
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Zymox with hydrocortisone. Can be purchased @ Amazon.com for less than you can buy at the vet's office. $8.99 as opposed to a vet visit & treatment that is $150+.
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Post By (Guest Post)
(11/12/2008)
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This post is for the lady with the pit bull that scratches constantly..I have a pit that would scratch until she looked like she had mange. I was giving her benadryl that seemed to help. We were also scared to put flea meds on her because we didn't know what she was allergic to.Well this past summer my vet told me about comformtis (spelling not sure about), we put lady on it and the vet recommended for us to stop the allergy meds to see how she would reach to the flea meds.
Not only did she get the tablet that she though was a treat, with in 30 mins all of the fleas had fallen off, she didn't have any fleas for a month, she was also no longer scratching all the time and her hair grew back! Se was actually allergic to the fleas! This tablet is only for dogs larger than 5lbs, but that doesn't look like an issue here and it is only like 15.00. I was amazed 15.00 no fleas and my dog looks like a normal dog again..
And for the ears I have been told to try swim ear for people mixed with peroxide.
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Post By DD. (Guest Post)
(10/24/2008)
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For ear infection prevention try the Aquabandit.
Its a Neoprene band that fits snuggly over their ears to prevent water and debris from entering ear canal!
aquabandit.com
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Post By Samantha (Guest Post)
(10/22/2008)
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never tested these remedies before but check out this link too:
http://www.earinfectionindogs.com/h ... medies-for-ear-infection-in-dogs.php
Anyone tested cod liver oil?
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Post By Heather (Guest Post)
(10/21/2008)
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My Schnauzer has had problems with one ear getting infected, I have tried the natural recipe of 4tbsp of olive oil and 4 tbsp milk. Warm the mixture and drop into dogs ears, massage then wipe excess away. Do this every hour. I have done this for two nights now and the infection has gone! It has worked miracles.
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Post By Shane (Guest Post)
(09/30/2008)
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Try Hydrogen Peroxide USP 3%. I put in in my dogs ear twice a day for 3 days and its gone. If you can hear it bubbling you know its working. The hard part is holding your dogs head still for about 10 minutes. Trust me it works as I put Hydrogen Peroxide in my ear to clean it out. Plus it only cost about $1.00 Send a reply to somedude_67 AT yahoo.ca
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Post By Stef (Guest Post)
(09/17/2008)
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I have been told by a ton of people to use Zymox Otic with Hydrocortizone. They say it works miracles. I have 5 dogs and 3 have ear infections. I am ordering today. Good Luck
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Post By (Guest Post)
(08/20/2008)
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HI !!!!!!
Ruby and I want to comment on the ear treatment left by msburny. IT WORKS !!!!!!
2 months ago the spring in her leash broke and she was swept 50' down the river. I had to drag her back by her leash, most of the time she was underwater. This left her with 2 huge ear infections which have resisted the Vet's efforts for 2 months. My girl doesn't have a history of ear problems.
I mixed up a very weak batch of the alcohol, vinegar, peroxide, water ear cleaner as her ear tissue is very irritated and I didn't want to hurt her. 36 hours later her ears already look 1000% better.This will remain a staple in our grooming/first aid basket !!
THANKS again !!!!!!
kate & my darling Miss Ruby !
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Post By Di (Guest Post)
(08/10/2008)
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My dog has a bad ear infection and some sort of allergy. Red puffy eyes, fevered fur/skin, scratchs self EVERWHERE constantly and making deep gauges/lacerations that bleed. He is a one year old pit bull...lovable big lug.
I am giving him Benadryl (antihistamines) 2 each every 5-6 hours and that seems to be helping with all his symptoms EXCEPT the EARS. Monster's EARS are both horrible ...wet inside, brown gunk, bloody inner when I blot with tissue and very raw red bumpy under flaps of ear, plus an awful smell. He is scratching like crazy...with his powerful legs. He is TEARING HIMSELF to bits. Now he's full of scabs.
I am going to take images of his ears for now I only have a photo of Monster. Wish he was that healthy again :(
Texas78259 AT yahoo.com Please put "Monster ear problem" in subject line.
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Post By melissa (Guest Post)
(08/08/2008)
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I have had several animals through the years,the best all around treatment for ear mites ear infections I have ever found is a product called nu-stock if you live in Evansville you can find it at the horse feed place on lynch road or at rural king. I use it on horses dogs ect. I love it and it truly does work!
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Post By baby t (Guest Post)
(08/08/2008)
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I really enjoyed reading all the messages that were posted. My rottie has had an ear infection in both his ears going on a year now. I have been to 3 different vets and I have tried all the medications they prescribed but it seemed to not work. Now when he scratches his ears he cries and when I go into his ears to clean them there is this brown gook sometimes blood that comes out and now his ear is beginning to smell. I took him to a surgeon and they told me at that time he did not need surgery to have his ear canal removed but now I think he does. I am going to try some of these remedies and see what happens.
Thanks
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Post By (Guest Post)
(08/04/2008)
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Few drops of half white vinegar and water dries it out. I was given that advice from a vet who had prescribed a medicine that my dog's ear didn't like.
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Post By Bobby C (Guest Post)
(07/15/2008)
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I read your problem and the responses. Suggestions dance all around the problem. Check out a product "Earkleen" This web site contains lots of info. on infected ears. The product is a patented mixture of most all the ingrediants in these suggestions. Knowledge is power.
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I came here for some natural healing advice for my dog who was going through a fungal skin problem. I tried a lot of the tips I received and it cleared up! :) So, now I'm going to try it again. The same dog (poor thing) now has an ear infection or is close to it. The last time he had one, his ear was a lot redder. Again, looking for natural healing tips to use to clear it up. I have cleaner I got from the last time (he had to take pills too), but as we recently moved, have yet to find it. I'm still going through boxes. If anyone has a tip/idea to try, it would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks!
Sandra from Queen Creek, AZ
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My dog has had chronic ear infections for years until I finally was given this remedy.
In a small bottle mix 1\2 cup isopropyl alcohol, 1\2 cup white vinegar, and 1\4 cup hydrogen peroxide. Fill affected ear canal with solution and massage vigorously. Wipe out with cotton balls. Repeat once a day for 10 days. I've kept pooch on a serving of yogurt a couple times a week which also seems to help.
Good luck!!
(07/17/2007)
By msburny
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Have your vet check Dodger for ear MITES. These bugs build up populations deep in the ear and can precipitate a secondary bacterial infection. He/she will reach into the ear with a swab, and then the crud on the swab will be examined under a microscope. Any little critters waving back at you will require real treatment, not garlic and whatnot. Give Dodger a hug and tell him he'll have real relief soon! (07/20/2007)
By kimhis
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I don't know about any natural remedies, but our rat terrier was scratching his ears and whining. We thought he had ear mites, and treated him a couple times with no relief. Then it dawned on us that it might be an ear infection rather than mites. I went to the farm and feed store and got a package of Terramycin. It does not say that it is for dogs nor does it say that it is for ear infections. It says to add to the water for treatment of several diseases in chickens, turkeys, cows, swine and sheep. However, after several doses, his symptoms disappeared. We also have a female terrier that has teeth problems including abscessed teeth that cause pain and swelling. This same antibiotic cleared up this problem. Just dissolve about 1/8 of a teaspoon in a little warm milk, and they will lap it up. We dosed the ear infection daily for 5 days, and the symptoms were gone. Repeat treatment if symptoms reappear.
Harlean from Arkansas (07/21/2007)
By Harlean from Arkansas
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I am a new member. I have been treating my my 12 yr old beagle's (Sparky) ear yeast infection with prescribed medications (ointments) from the vet for months. The problem is that there is fluid down in his ear canal that I can't seem to get out, and when I continue to drop ointment into his ear it seems to add to the fluid build up. Because the ointment has a thick consistency, it doesn't come out very easy from deep in the ear.
Yesterday I tried the home remedy that Msburny posed on 7/17 - The treatment was successful in loosing the build-up in the ear and sending it out far enough for me to whip it out. I tried it again today, and simiar results. My concern is that my dog is still shaking his head and wonder if the mixture of white vinegar, hydrogen peroxide, and isopropyl alcohol is making his ear itch? Should I be using something else after the flushing to treat the yeast infection? And is there anything I can use to prevent itching? Sorry for the long post. (07/22/2007)
By tsultana
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There are different kinds of ear infections that are caused by different problems and that need different treatment.
Is the infection in the outer or inner ear canal? If in the outer, you can use drops, etc. But if it is an inner ear infection, using drops and delaying treatment may make it worse or cost your dog his hearing.
If you can't find the dog's medication, please call the Vet that saw him last and ask what to do. You've already paid for that information and they'll tell you over the phone. At least that way, you'll know that you are getting the proper info and can make an informed decision on how to proceed. (07/22/2007)
By susanmajp
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HI Leigh Ann,
My dog did the same thing for years. He would lick his paws till they were sore and painful. Turns out it was an allergy to the corn found in his commercial dog food. Since then I have switched him to raw food (such as chicken,turkey etc) and it has completely cleared. You could also try a commercial dog food that does not contain by product or corn if you do not want to go the raw route. Its called Fromm.
Hope this helps. (09/11/2007)
By Leandra
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Apply dog ear drying powder to the infected ear. Make sure you get the powder deep in the ear canal, basically flood the ear canal (you can't put in too much), the dog will just shake off the excess powder. The powder will dry up the extra moisture in the dog's ear canal. Without the moisture most micropic critters (like yeast) cannot live. I put ear drying powder in my dog's ears at least once a week and definitely after she been in or around water. (12/10/2007)
By Deana Koenig
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Referring to skeptic that posted on 7/14/07 that there is no scientific evidence that natural remedies work and to not mess around and use antibiotics, I disagree. I believe that the natural and herbal remedies may actually work better and if he did more research he would know that the antibiotics cause yeast infections so it may be a temporary fix but the infections will return because the antibiotics will cause a yeast build up in the body. 12/14/07. (12/14/2007)
By Tara
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Diluted vinegar is great, as a preventative, but not when dogs have scratched the inside of their ears, that would be painful! (01/03/2008)
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Google "Blue Power Solution" for a miraculous recipe. Read the whole article by Helen McKinnon before using. (01/28/2008)
By jane
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A quick note to the "skeptic". I have used antibiotics for my dogs chronic and severe ear infections and they have not worked. If anything, I believe all the years of antibiotics have made things worse.
I put my dogs on a raw (aka B.A.R.F.) diet to confirm that her infections were food related and it worked. She's 15 years old and acting like a puppy again. (03/19/2008)
By lindsyj
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My dog has a painful ear infection, however I cannot use any anti-biotics to treat him because he has cancer and that would be like throwing gasoline on a fire. I need a strong home remedy that can give him some relief without affecting his tumor.
JB from Monmouth, NJ
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I suggest that you try yerba santa (Eriodyction californicum), a very good and safe non-toxic herbal remedy for pets' infections and wounds. Boil the herb in water, cool, and dab the resulting strong tea onto and around your dog's ear with cotton balls. Since you don't live in California you will need to buy the herb (it grown wild here). Here is one place to buy it: http://richters.com/ . I hope that helps. (10/08/2005)
By guest in N. California
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I've never heard of antibiotic affecting tumor growth. I used gentamycin when my dogs had chronic ear infections. Check with your vet. (10/09/2005)
By Linda
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Garlic Oil is a natural antibotic. I learned this from an herbal lady. I used it for my children in their ears to stop an ear infection. About four drops in affected ear twice a day usually cleared it up. Took about a week. It also helped stop the pain. (10/09/2005)
By Laura
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You might try collodial silver or campho-phenique(probably spelled that wrong) (10/18/2005)
By J05
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You can prevent certain pathogens from multiplying by changing the pH in the ear.........with a simple water/weak vinegar ( acetic acid) rinse. I used this to prevent reoccuring swimmer's ear external ear infections in my small son. ( we had a pool ) I made a simple ear drop solution of water with a few drops of vinegar that he used after swimming or showers. (11/01/2005)
By Cat Somerville
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Feed plain vanilla yogart a few times a week. I started doing this with my yellow lab who has chronic yeast infections in her ears. She loves the treat and her ears are great. (10/23/2006)
By Jonesy
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My schnauzer has allergies and chews her paws like crazy. I took her to the vet and he prescribed Vetalog, which is a steroid. Now she is hungry 24/7 and wakes up in the night needing to go outside. Does anyone know what natural remedy I can use to help her quit itching? (04/04/2007)
By Leigh Ann
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My dog also has chronic ear infection in one ear, I can't keep affording the meds that the vet prescribes. Any suggestion for solutions to this. (05/18/2007)
By Barbara
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Try gentian violet, you can find it in some petstores it is purple in colour and liquid, otherwise gentian violet can also be purchased at a health food store. (06/01/2007)
By crystal
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As far as treating an exisiting ear infection, there is absoluely no scientific evidence that herbal remedies (e.g. yerba santa, garlic oil, etc.) work. The only thing to treat an existing ear infection is antibiotics. Don't mess around with this.
To prevent ear infections in your dog, keep the hair around the ears very short, and consider taping your dogs ears back and up to avoid hematoma and to provide circulation. Also regular cleanings and inspections of the ears.
(07/14/2007)
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