Treat a Dog's Ear Infection

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Examine the ear to look for the symptoms of an ear infection. The ear may appear irritated and may be leaking a yellow or black colored discharge.

Flush the dog's ear out with an ear wash. This can help remove any debris or bacteria that are found in the ear canal.

Groom the hair around the dog's ears. This can help get rid of any dirt that can be causing the infection as well as prevent any further infections from taking place.

Take the dog to the vet for an examination. A vet can determine the cause of the ear infection and prescribe the right type of medicine to treat it.

Administer the medication and follow any cleaning instructions. Your vet will probably have you give the dog drops for a week as well as continuing to clean the ear.

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