DIAGNOSIS of the type of infection: An ear swab of the infection is smeared on a microscope slide, stained and examined under the microscope to determine what type of infection (bacteria, yeast, or both)Ī. The number 1 cause of ear infections is LOW GRADE SKIN ALLERGIES causing the skin of the ear canal to become inflamed and thus allowing any bacteria or fungus/yeast that is present to become a serious infection.ģ. Anything that irritates the ear lining allows normally present bacteria or yeast to overgrow and cause infection. CAUSES of Ear Infections: Foreign bodies ( grass, shed hair), ear mites, allergies inflaming the ear skin, small polyps (growths). The prescription ear ointment can be purchased as needed without bringing in your dog for an exam. A large 8oz bottle of ear ointment is available to purchase if you need it.Ģ. When done as maintenance, the ointment only needs to be put in the ears one time. After each cleaning you should place prescription ear ointment (Otomax, Posatex, Otibiotic, Malotic, Triotic) in the ear. When a dog shakes it head the ear is now 99% dry! Special NOTE: Some dogs with chronic ear infections will need cleaning 2-4 times a month.

You may need to repeat this process 2-3 times in a row to get them clean. Do not worry about getting water in your pets ears as you must clean out the debris or the ear ointment will not work. Then use another spray bottle filled with only clean water to flush out the soap and debris. Massage the ear well and let the pet shake its head. No matter how much your pet objects you are really not seriously hurting them and it is extremely necessary to do. While pulling the ear away from the head and up slightly, spray this heavy soap solution 20-30 times vigorously into the ear canal.

Place a 1-2 inch layer of dish soap ( Joy, Ivory, Dawn, etc–any soap you use to hand wash dishes) in a 16 oz plastic spray bottle then fill it with warm tap water. How to clean ears at home: Ear infections can be prevented by keeping the ears very clean.

How to apply otomax ointment for dogs