Tips for preventing ear infections for my dog?
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My American Pitbull Terrier, Iris, keeps getting ear infections, and it’s becoming a regular thing. She’s constantly shaking her head and scratching at her ears, and even though I clean them pretty regularly, the infections keep coming back.
Any fellow bully breed owners have tips or routines that actually work to prevent these? Are there certain cleaners, supplements, or even food changes that made a difference for your pup?
I’d love to hear what’s helped. I’m just trying to keep Iris comfy and avoid another round of meds if we can help it.
Appreciate any advice!
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Hi BullyBabe, I totally feel for you and Iris — ear infections can be such a frustrating and uncomfortable experience. I don’t have a bully breed but have done extensive research into dog ear infections. There are several things you can do to help prevent recurring ear infections.
- Make sure you clear water out of your dog’s ears after a bath or after playing in a body of water — dry her ears thoroughly after any water activities.
- Clean your dog’s ears regularly using one of these dog ear cleaning solutions.
- Supplements like fish oil or probiotics can help help boost the immune system and reduce inflammation.
A diet change may help. I have a colleague who had a lot of success switching his dog to a vegan diet to prevent recurring ear infections. A limited-ingredient dog food or one with a diet with a novel protein (one that your dog hasn’t eaten before, like duck, venison, or rabbit) may do the trick. But it’s best to discuss any diet changes with your veterinarian. I hope this helps!
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