HELPFUL TIPS FOR ADMINISTERING EAR DROPS TO YOUR PET

 


Administering ear medications can often be challenging. Remember that your pet’s ear(s) may be painful and that even a normally gentle and passive pet may respond by biting. You may need to muzzle your pet for this procedure.

 

·          Warm the medication by standing the bottle in a bowl of warm water for a few minutes.

 

         ·       Make sure you have carefully read the label and understand th         prescription instructions.

 

         ·     Squeeze the liquid medication into the dropper or prepare the         squeeze bottle as directed.

 

          ·      Gently pull the ear flap straight up using your other hand.

 

          ·      Apply the prescribed number of drops into the ear canal while

             continuing to keep the ear flap elevated.

 

 

·        Rub the base of the ear against the head in a circular motion. Be cautious and gentle as your do may object to this procedure. You should hear a “squishing” sound as you massage the medication deep into the ear canal.

 

·        Release the ear and let your pet shake its head. If the medication contains a wax solvent, debris will be dissolved so it can be shaken out.

 

·        Make sure you give your pet plenty of praise throughout the procedure and offer a treat after giving the medication .



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