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Step 1
Learn the symptoms of an ear infection in dogs. Most ear infections will be accompanied by a discharge that is often dark brown or black in color. You might also notice an odor coming from the dog's ears.
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Step 2
Watch your dog's behavior. If her ears are bothering her you might see her scratching at her ears, shaking her head, or rubbing her ear on the floor or carpet. You might also notice that she is sensitive to the touch around her ears.
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Step 3
Make an appointment with your vet to get a proper diagnosis on the ear problem. What is causing the pain or the infection will determine how you need to treat the ears. Until you can get to the vet's office there are some things you can do to help him with his discomfort.
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Step 4
Purchase an over-the-counter ear wash for dogs. Use the solution to flush out the dog's ears. Read the instructions on the product before using. Pour a small amount of solution into her ear and massage her ears gently to help work it through. Use a cotton ball to blot out fluid after massaging for a few minutes.
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Step 5
Lubricate the dog's ear with a few drops of olive oil if you suspect he has a foreign body in his ear. The oil might help the object to slip out on it's own when he shakes his head. Olive oil can also help to soothe the ear if it is sore and painful.
