Homemade Ear Cleaner for Basset Ears
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Place purified or filtered water in the bottle. Place the bottle into a bowl or container with warm water to heat it or allow it to reach room temperature if cold. Pour the water onto a cotton ball, washcloth or other material to gently rub and remove all dirt and materials from the outer ear. - 2). Fill the bottle with 1/2 purified or filtered water and 1/2 vinegar. Replace cap. Gently shake to mix. White vinegar provides basic cleaning for most ear debris. Apple cider vinegar may help dogs decrease the amount of yeast, especially those with a history of yeast infections.
- 3). Fill bottle with 1/3 each of purified or filtered water, vinegar, and rubbing alcohol. Replace cap. Gently shake to mix. Apply to cleaning material, not the ear. Alcohol helps remove earwax, according to Vetinfo. Alcohol burns inflamed material, so inspect the ears closely before applying a mixture with alcohol.
