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With their fancy haircuts and floppy ears, it’s easy to see what makes poodles so lovable. However, those ears do require a little bit of love every now and then. Cleaning your poodle’s ears is a breeze, and we’ll show you how to do it safely and quickly. In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about poodle ear cleaning, basic care, and medical concerns.
This article is based on an interview with our board certified veterinarian, Ray Spragley, founder of Zen Dog Veterinary Care. Check out the full interview here.
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QuestionIs it safe to put cotton balls in a dog's ears?Dr. Stephanie Abrams is a Board Certified Veterinary Dermatologist with over eight years of veterinary experience. She specializes in treating skin conditions in cats and dogs. Dr. Abrams earned a BA from Skidmore College and a DVM from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. After earning her DVM, she completed an internship at Tufts Veterinary Emergency Treatment & Specialties, followed by a residency in Dermatology at the Ohio State University School of Veterinary Medicine.I do not recommend sticking cotton balls or anything inside the ear. Although we have the best intentions, what that ultimately does is push debris further in. It's better to fill the ear with enough solution, massage it to loosen the debris and let your dog shake their head with enough force to expel the dirt.
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Things You’ll Need
- Cotton balls or ear cleaning wipes
- Ear cleaning solution
- Towel
- Ear powder (optional)
- Forceps or hemostat (optional)
References
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