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What Are Home Remedies For Dog Ear Infection?
By Sally Winter

Ear problems are most probably one of the most common and recurring health complaints to plague our furry companions. Some dogs are more prone to ear infections than others. In this article we'll take a look at which dogs are more likely to suffer from ear infections, how to spot them and how home remedies for dog ear infection can help your pet.

Which dogs are more likely to suffer?

* Dogs with longer, floppy ears possess a more fertile breeding ground for bacteria and yeast infections as their ears provide a warmer and moister environment that is well sheltered.

* Those dogs who are getting a little older tend to suffer more from ear infections as their immune systems tend to get a little more fragile and are less able to fight of the infections.

* Also suffering are those dogs who spend more time outdoors. This is especially true if they like swimming as even the most vigorous shaking session can't clear all the water out!

* Finally, dogs with weakened immune systems will struggle with ear trouble.

Tell tale signs of ear troubles

* Keep an eye on your dog to see whether he's shaking his head a lot.

* Is he scratching his ears?

* Can you see a discharge from his ears?

* Do his ears smell bad?

Home remedies for dog ear infection

The key to avoiding ear infections is to maintain a healthy balance of the micro-organisms that inhabit our dogs' ears. The following are steps that you can take to promote good ear health. If you are concerned and his ear infections are not clearing up, please consult a veterinarian.

* A healthy, well exercised dog on a healthy diet will fight off more infections than an ill, sedentary and overweight dog.

* Feed him a varied diet containing as much raw food as possible. When manufactured food is used, ensure that it is of premium quality.

* Groom him and clean his outer ears often.

* Use a herbal ear solution. This will help to clear his ear canals and support the right balance of flora in his ear canal.

* If he suffers from recurrent ear infections, use an anti-bacterial herbal remedy to further support healthy bacteria.

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