Save on your vet bills and be informed!

Most dogs seldom need to have their ears cleaned. However, there are a lot of breeds that get chronic ear problems! Ear problems can be from a variety of different issues such as mites, allergies or foreign bodies getting stuck in ear canals. For instance, one time my own dog Daisy somehow got a fox tail in her ear canal on our walk.

Paws For A Minuteâ„¢… Health Tips!

1. A great dog owner tip is to do a full body check on your dog once a month. It could prevent major infections by catching potential problems early.

2. When giving your dog a bath make sure no water gets into the ears. You can put cotton wadding or balls to gently cover the ear canal to prevent water from getting inside.

3. Give your dog a treat. Put him on the leash in the house for 5 minutes. Brush your dog in a calm mellow manner. This way you can inspect his coat and ears for any early signs of lumps, bumps or infections.

4. If you discover anything odd always check with your veterinarian.