Cleaning Your Dog's Ears
Goldens have long ears, so air doesn’t circulate down inside of them very well. Any dampness or water in his ears can become a breeding ground for bacteria. ©Photo Courtesy of Ann-Charlotte Bengtsson Serious dog ear problems, such as a dog ear infection, can very quickly get out of hand. Because of this, dog ear care should be part of your weekly routine. Healthy ears should be white to slightly pink color inside. Some wax and dirt is normal, but a lot can indicate a problem. They should also be odor free. Routinely cleaning normal dirt and wax build will keep him healthier, and give you advanced notice if any problems seem to be developing. To clean your dog’s ears, lift his ear up and put some canine ear drops into his ear canal. Then close his ear, and gently rub it to allow the ear cleanser to soak in for a minute.
©Photo Courtesy of Paul Melvin Then stand back! He is going to shake it everywhere! Take a cotton ball and wipe any dirt or wax that you see. You can use a q-tip for the folds of his ears, but be careful that you do not insert it very far. Allow your Golden to again shake out any excess cleanser from his ears. Apply ear powder into his ears to dry up all remaining moisture. If you can, leave his ears turned backed for awhile. Generally, Goldens do not appreciate this part of their grooming routine, but due to their gentle and lovable nature, they will tolerate it! ©Photo Courtesy of Gavin M. Roy They do quickly learn to recognize the cleanser bottle, so I always have it hidden until right before I’m ready to use it! If there seems to be a problem developing in your dog, ear care can be done a couple of times a day for a week or so, as sometimes this can prevent an ear infection. Cleaning your dog’s ears regularly is the best way to prevent any type of problems from starting.
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