All dogs need regular grooming that includes cleaning the visible part inside the ears to prevent infections. If your dog is scratching his ears a lot, or if the ears seem sore, inflamed or emit a foul odor, see a vet immediately to check for ear infection or injury.
Step 1
Mix equal parts apple cider vinegar with isopropyl alcohol in a clean glass bowl.
Step 2
Clean out an appropriately sized container with a small mouth or dropper spout. Be sure to rinse the container well and dry it. A bottle for dispensing drops, like an empty saline solution or contact lens cleaner bottle is perfect.
Step 3
Pour the apple cider vinegar and isopropyl-alcohol ear cleaning solution into the container – using a funnel if necessary.
Step 4
Apply the ear cleaning solution to a cotton ball or soft cloth to gently wipe the inside of the ear flap and visible areas of the inside near, but not deeply into the ear canal.
Step 5
Add one or two drops of the ear cleaning solution to your dog's ears, one ear at a time, and gently massage the base of the ear to get at any wax or debris lower down. Allow her to shake her head to remove excess liquid.
