How to Care for the Ears of a Siberian Husky
Ear care is a component of grooming the Husky and keeping it in good health. A Siberian Husky's ears are not that different from those of most other dogs. As with other canines, a Husky's ears can accumulate wax and dirt that requires removal to prevent further complications. From monitoring the ears for parasites to cleaning or even medicating them, vigilant and committed pet owners can keep their Husky's ears in top notch condition.
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Things You'll Need
- 2 1/2 tsp. boric acid powder
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 3/4 cups white vinegar
- Squeeze bottle
- Gauze pads
Instructions
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Inspect the Husky's ears every two or three days for any evidence of mites, fleas or infection. Be aware that the Husky's activity level and the position of his erect ears make the inside of the ear prone to abrasion from objects it may encounter. If you notice an abrasion, gently clean the ears with a piece of damp gauze and contact your veterinarian for further advice. Swelling, discharge or foul odor from the ear canal could indicate an infection. Take the Husky to the vet if you notice any of these conditions.
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Mix 2 1/2 tsp. boric acid powder, 1 1/4 cups water and 3/4 cups white vinegar in a squeeze bottle. Shake gently to mix the contents.
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Squat down next to the Siberian Husky's shoulders on one side of its body, facing toward its head. Wrap your left arm around the dog's neck and hug him gently toward you to keep his head from moving. You may find it easier to put the Husky on a low table for this task, depending on the its size.
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Swipe a piece of gauze inside the ear to remove any surface wax or dirt. Wipe the area again with a fresh piece of gauze.
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Tilt the Husky's head to the side so you can administer the cleaning solution. The ear canal should be tilting upward. You may find that an extra person is helpful in this situation.
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Pull the ear taut, by gripping the outside of the ear, near the canal, but do it gently so you don't hurt the Husky. Squeeze the cleaning solution into the ear. Squeeze enough so you can see it in the ear canal.
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Massage the base of the ear canal gently while holding the Husky's head gently to the side. This will help the cleansing solution drain down into the ear and cleanse it.
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Let go of the dog and step back so it can shake its head. Wipe the inside of the outer ear canal with a piece of gauze to soak up the cleansing solution and any dirt or wax that may have surfaced.
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Tips & Warnings
Restraining the dog with your arm may not be necessary if it doesn't mind having its ears cleaned.
Never insert anything, including your fingers, into the Husky's ear canal. To do so could result in damage to its ear.
When the Husky shakes its head after you pour in the cleansing solution, the solution will fly out of its ears--especially since they stand erect--and splash onto anything in the area. Undertake this task in an outside area for best results.
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This is a question, not comment. My neighbor's son brought home a rescue siberian husky about 4 years ago. They never walk the dog, or brush it, or allow it into the house. We live in Texas, and the ticks are awful right now. I was up close to the dog and its ears are infested with ticks and flies are landing on them, the coat of the animal is everywhere and the dog seems miserable.My neighbor will not takre the dog to groomers, is using a fly spray on the ears, yet the ticks are very much still there. I know you are not supposed to shave a husky due to the way the coat will grow back, but this is not a show dog, I have never seen them walk the dog, so who cares if the coat is not beautiful upon regrowth. This neighbor will not listen to me, and will not treat the dog with a tick/flea product, and will argue me into the ground about getting some of the hair off the dog. It, is matted and dirty and I just need to know if just shaving/trimming/clipping this poor animal will really be bad for it in the long run. I believe the neighbor does not want the dogs coat to be so-called ruined so she can brag she has a rescue siberian, but no one sees the dog, no one goes into the back yard due to the hair/ticks/fleas, and the dog needs to be cleaned up and I am not sure if shaving is not going to be the only way to help this animal? Help, I like my neighbor, but they know nothing about caring for this animal and itdoes not seem they will learn, and I just want to be able to say to them that even though not recommended for husky's(the one sbeing cared for properly) this animal needs to be almost shaved and treated for pests ad the yard needs to be treated and to continue this process while the coat grows back. Can I say please get this animal shaved and if it is ugly(not sure why that matters now), that it will grow back, and now you can start fresh on the up-keep of this beautiful animal? I need some some in-put on this. They Are not awful people, just not educated and will not listen to the voice of reason. I am an animal lover andhave had all kinds. I always take care of them, but want to help these people with this dog and not haveto report them. Thank You.
