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3 Things to Do Before Cleaning Dogs' Ears
Keeping clean is key, especially for doggies with droopy ears — dirt and bacteria can get trapped inside, multiply, and cause an infected disaster. Yuck. Now, I always recommend checking with a vet to make sure the problem isn't serious, plus get tips on the best way to squirt and swap ears down, but don't forget to do these three things before you get started:
- Clean under your nails.
I Need Your Help . . . Ear Protection From Rain?
Rainy days go away! Not only does the wet stuff totally annoy some pets, it can be harmful, too. Check out this message about a three-year-old blue American Pitbull:
We rescued Diva at seven months old, and she had already had her ears clipped.
Fireworks and Your Delicate Ears
I'm ready to celebrate the Fourth of July, but must admit I am not a fan of the noise that accompanies fireworks — lovely as they may be. Those booming sounds can really damage the delicate structures in your ears; once they're damaged, they never regenerate and can't be repaired. This condition is known as noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL).
Mommy Dearest: Can I Clean My Baby's Ears With a Q-Tip?
Mommy Dearest,
I've been noticing a little earwax in my 3-month-old daughter's ears. Is it OK to clean it out with a Q-Tip?
— Wax Woes
To see the response from Mommy Dearest, read more
Just a Reminder: Keep Those Ears Clean!
With the weather out here in California constantly changing from hot, to windy, to cold, and back again, I noticed that North's ears tend to get dirtier faster (especially with us hitting the beach more often in the Summer months). I like to clean his ears about once a week or so with Fuzzyard Organic Ear Cleanser ($22) that contains Aloe Vera to soothe, and a mixture of Almond and Macadamia nut oils to soften stubborn wax.
But, if you aren't keen on the liquid solutions, I learned that Samson uses Earthbath Ear Wipes ($9) that come in a jar of 25.
Love Fireworks? Invest in Earplugs
Fourth of July means fireworks! I don't want to rain on your parade (since the Fourth is often celebrated with parades, too), but the loud pops and bangs of fireworks can cause serious hearing damage.
When the delicate structures in your ear called hair cells — sensory cells located in your inner ears responsible for converting sound energy into electrical signals — are damaged, they never regenerate and cannot be repaired.
Pet Peeves: My Dog Has Dirty Ears
Q: I have an English Cocker Spaniel at home, and, as this breed is notorious for ear problems, I was hoping you had some tips about how to clean the dog's ears safely and effectively. I usually take her to the groomers, but I was not very pleased with her grooming last time. Help!
Enjoy Fireworks - Save Your Ears
I'm sure most of you are planning on catching a public fireworks show this 4th of July. Watching them can be really exciting, but did you know you can risk noise-induced hearing loss?
Here's how loud some common summer sounds are:
Having a conversation: 60 decibels
Mowing the lawn: 95
Riding a motorcycle: 110
Listening to a live concert: 120
Exploding your own firecrackers (which is NOT safe by the way): 150
Watching fireworks: 130 to 190, depending on how far away you are
10 seconds of a loud fireworks display may be just as dangerous for your ears as an hour of pushing the lawn mower.
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Is it an Ear Infection? Find Out With EarCheck
If you have young kids, you already know ear infections are a part of childhood. Children are susceptible to them because when they're sick, kids have a hard time getting the mucus out of their body. They're just beginning to learn the vital skill of blowing their nose.
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