How to Clean Your Dogs Ears? | Zymox Ear Products

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  • čas přidán 28. 08. 2024

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  • @cdnroofer
    @cdnroofer Před 4 lety +15

    Thanks for the tutorial, definitely going in the morning to get some. My girl has been dealing with infection for months and I feel so bad for her. Doctor Lindsay, your significant other is one lucky individual!

  • @ry2002An
    @ry2002An Před 6 měsíci +1

    Thank you so much i was super nervous to clean my dogs ears this made me feel better ❤

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před 6 měsíci

      Yaya I’m so happy! This is an older video of mine but it’s so good and useful! I’m really happy it helped you :)

  • @dasledogg64
    @dasledogg64 Před 2 lety +11

    This was so good because even though all the videos say not to use a Q-tip, you know we are going tk use it anyway and you showed us how to in a safe manner. Thanks for keeping it real.

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před 2 lety +3

      Hey!! Thank you! Haha very true so might as well show you!

  • @bans1
    @bans1 Před rokem +1

    Her voice is angelic

  • @Mieszkoy
    @Mieszkoy Před 5 lety +6

    It is a perfect idea to show the dog ear crossection, it looks completely different than the human one.

  • @MidwestBoxin
    @MidwestBoxin Před rokem +1

    Best video ive ever seen at 5am

  • @Jooliecn
    @Jooliecn Před 7 měsíci

    What an amazingly well behaving dog! My GSD hardly lets me touch her ears.

  • @Warzau
    @Warzau Před 4 lety +4

    Zymox is the best. Cleared up my Golden retriever’s ear when she had an infection.

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před 4 lety +1

      YAYAY I love hearing that!! thank you for much for the comment.

    • @bigdaddytrips6197
      @bigdaddytrips6197 Před 3 lety

      I'm getting some today. My frenchie has a little ear infection .

  • @KindCountsDeb3773
    @KindCountsDeb3773 Před 9 měsíci +1

    What about the liquid & debri that went FURTHER down and into the canal. Isn't that then stuck in the ear and a problem? The debri got washed down there. And does the wet dry out? No one answers that question. TY , you did a good job .

    • @jojojordan7917
      @jojojordan7917 Před 8 měsíci

      that’s why u dry it out with a cotton ball, or you can let the dog shake it out 😃

  • @ThroughHisEyes444
    @ThroughHisEyes444 Před 3 lety +7

    Thank you for addressing my ‘scared issues’ 😂 ❣️

  • @paulapjclark8928
    @paulapjclark8928 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you so very much, you did a great job explaining how to do this. Just what I needed 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @troublethepitbull
    @troublethepitbull Před 5 lety +7

    thank you for the informative video! been wondering how to clean my dog's ears actually lol

  • @PK-vd3vo
    @PK-vd3vo Před 2 lety +3

    What a good boy! ...Reminds me so much of my golden while I clean his ears. ...ALL THE TIME.
    The zymox products seem to be quite good (I've tried everything). My only knock is that the Otic Enzymatic Solution has a weird ability to make the hair stick together, and turn into a giant mat very quickly. So I take a simple metal large tooth comb and comb through the wetness to reduce the potential. It still gets messy however. Otherwise, a good product.

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před 2 lety +1

      Hey! Thanks for the comment! And yes they’re products are great! Your Golden is so cute also!

  • @LifeofHuskies
    @LifeofHuskies Před 5 lety +5

    Very neat! I have seen some disgusting ears... I am a groomer apprentice starting as a bather/brusher theres been some nasty ears!!! (We do tell pet parent if ear infection possible)

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před 5 lety +3

      Aurora The Husky thank you for the comment! Thank you for educating people.

  • @marcstoltz8129
    @marcstoltz8129 Před 5 lety +4

    Hi Dr. Lindsay..I could not believe about the cotton ball...we'll have to try that however a Golden's ears are bigger does that matter...my dogs ears are much smaller.. We use Zymox for a long time and it does work. Great Video!

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před 5 lety

      Marc Stoltz hey that’s so awesome you use Zymox, it’s great!! Haha yes the cotton ball won’t get lost I promise! :) thank you for commenting and watching my videos!

  • @MariaHudanish
    @MariaHudanish Před 4 lety +3

    Mine snapped at me when I tried to put cotton ball down there after I poured liquid. Then he cried a little when I stuck the cotton ball down there. You have a very well behaved dog. I'm going to try again tomorrow with squirting cottonball and putting it down there !! Thank you !!

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před 4 lety +2

      Yes this dog is very good!!! you just have to work with your dog!

    • @MariaHudanish
      @MariaHudanish Před rokem

      thank you for answering me !

  • @cwatson42785
    @cwatson42785 Před 4 lety +5

    Wow Dr Lindsay is incredibly beautiful! 😍 And helped me out big time. Going to clean my poor poochs ear now.

  • @michaeleisenberg7867
    @michaeleisenberg7867 Před 3 lety +7

    If I wanted to show how to clean a dog's ears I'd use a golden retriever also. You couldn't pick a better breed.
    Solid work. Thank you.

  • @cmendoza1094
    @cmendoza1094 Před rokem +3

    Wouldn’t pushing in with the cotton ball impact any debri further into the ear canal?

    • @cfsaw76
      @cfsaw76 Před měsícem

      I've never heard of doing this? Most say not to do that , just around the opening. The Q tip? No, most of us are not professional and do not have a perfectly behaved calm dog! This is a recipe for....eeek

  • @scottjamable
    @scottjamable Před 3 lety +6

    How many applications might it take to cure a mild infection where there is only a mild yeast smell and mild inflammation? My dog always wants the inside of the ear rubbed because it always has that itch button. I don't think it is ever out of control but always in the back ground. Her ears stay pretty clean considering though. Thanks

  • @morganmartin6581
    @morganmartin6581 Před 3 lety +3

    Watching this while cleaning taxi’s ears to make sure I’m doing it right! 😂

  • @Melohhdee
    @Melohhdee Před 3 lety +9

    I’m scared to pour it in! I have a fear that the liquid will stay in the ear and cause an infection! Any issues if I pour it in that it’ll leave issues?

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před 3 lety +2

      Pour it in! Everything will be just fine

    • @Melohhdee
      @Melohhdee Před 3 lety

      DOCTOR LINDSAY okay, just picked it up today!!!! He never used to have a dirty ear down towards the canal so I’m super nervous 😬 will get back with you 🤓🐶

    • @link2442
      @link2442 Před 3 lety +1

      @@Melohhdee The dog would just shake it off

  • @fbs1917
    @fbs1917 Před 3 lety +1

    When shampooing your pet which is a small terrier what can I do to prevent water? I used cotton ball but it seems to come out? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. #2 - Do we do the Clean solution 1st & then the Optic? I wash her head with a cloth NOT under water or dump it on her head. Thank you great video

  • @shannonl7320
    @shannonl7320 Před 3 lety +1

    What a sweet dog

  • @boondavid6730
    @boondavid6730 Před 3 lety +2

    How often should I use zymox to clean?

  • @tiannadowney6843
    @tiannadowney6843 Před 2 lety +1

    Is vet's best ear relief wash and dry good??

  • @lesliesalas6389
    @lesliesalas6389 Před 2 lety +2

    I hope I can get a respond! Does the Cotton ball method work with smaller dogs or could that lead to damage?

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před 2 lety +1

      It works for smaller dogs too! Thank you for watching my vet channel and commenting on my videos ! your the best!

    • @cfsaw76
      @cfsaw76 Před měsícem

      My mini apple head chi's specialist said to never do this cotton ball maneuver and certainly NO qtips!? This is scary. I seriously hope people don't just think this is ok and end up damaging their ears,smh

  • @TakeTheRide
    @TakeTheRide Před 2 lety +4

    He didn't say anything about how to remove hair out of the ear.

  • @Poiuytrew.Q
    @Poiuytrew.Q Před 4 lety

    Good video, though I wonder if Zymox is OK to use if the animal has a perforated ear drum.

  • @michelet.
    @michelet. Před 3 lety +2

    If your dog has pretty clean ears, no infection or visible debris, how often should you clean them?

  • @brendonmccarthy8233
    @brendonmccarthy8233 Před 3 lety

    Thank you

  • @_jesss
    @_jesss Před 2 lety

    Recommendations for an “everyday” cleanser?

  • @eighttwosixthreethousand8605

    Thanks

  • @user-tm1rf3kl9b
    @user-tm1rf3kl9b Před 6 měsíci

    Don't be scared about bleaching them root tips lol I'm just teasing you look beautiful and thank you for this video

  • @Blitznstitch2
    @Blitznstitch2 Před 4 lety +2

    Does it have to be perfectly clean? If not then I’m not doing the scary qtip

    • @KatMartin-si4pl
      @KatMartin-si4pl Před 2 lety

      It says in instructions to NOT clean the ears no matter how gross (my words lol) Put it straight in dirty ears and don't use any other products in ears while using this (even water)

  • @7outdoors4life
    @7outdoors4life Před 3 lety +1

    i love your videos!!!

  • @parvinderkaur7040
    @parvinderkaur7040 Před 10 měsíci

    Due to the Q tip the cotton is stuck in my dog's ear
    Plzz guide me what to do now I have a beagle

  • @LetItBe250
    @LetItBe250 Před 3 lety

    Thank you very much!

  • @marisazimm7239
    @marisazimm7239 Před 4 měsíci

    What if my dog tries to bite me? How can I get her to calm her?

  • @dcwatashi
    @dcwatashi Před rokem

    Wish she would’ve gone into more detail about that your solution now I have to go search another video because the instructions in the pamphlet seem a bit vague

  • @anthonyortiz3586
    @anthonyortiz3586 Před 3 lety +1

    Well this work on cats too?

  • @ravirajoriya8189
    @ravirajoriya8189 Před 4 lety

    Hi this is Dr Ravi good information provided by you keep it up

  • @eighttwosixthreethousand8605

    I was terribly worried about doing this

  • @Rumplestiltskin777
    @Rumplestiltskin777 Před rokem

    I wish that people had to deal with it themselves once . So they could take it more seriously . These dogs would not ever allow their owners one moment if discomfort . Please ask someone for help if you cannot get it dond for sny reason by yourself . Mske it happen for them . They deserve to live pain free

  • @kassin500
    @kassin500 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for posting the video. I am confused they say it is not good to not have water in out pets ear when bathing but why is it ok to have this water solution in dogs ears? Thanks

    • @dcwatashi
      @dcwatashi Před rokem

      Because the consistency of the ear solution is more like oil

  • @anaa9769
    @anaa9769 Před 3 lety +1

    How many times do you need to clean your dogs ear

  • @JackieMtz94
    @JackieMtz94 Před 3 lety +1

    What happens if I already cleaned out my dogs ear today?! Should I just wait until tomorrow?

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před 3 lety

      yes wait till tomorrow and clean again and put zymox in again

  • @borismisic7961
    @borismisic7961 Před 3 lety +1

    And how to clean the ears, when the dog does not want his ears to be touched

  • @user-ud9xs3pu6f
    @user-ud9xs3pu6f Před 3 lety

    Which zymox can you use if your dog has a slit ear infection ?

  • @gypsywoman2419
    @gypsywoman2419 Před rokem

    How 🤔 ❓️ do you know or when would you know your dog has an ear infection ntk please

  • @Mieszkoy
    @Mieszkoy Před 5 lety

    Tnanks a lot! This is very important, I have experienced the problem with my husky. She came to my home when she was 2,5 months, she was examined and the vet said that the ears were ok, I tried to clean the ears, but I had not been instructed about the technique so she developed a serious ear canal infection over 2 weeks! She had to undergo antibiotic therapy... It is particularly important for "diggers" which keep contaminating ears with soil. But here, you have forgotten to mention that in general dogs dislike the procedure, and they must be vastly rewarded each time after the procedure... (In my case, following another advice by Doctor Lindsay, it is a boiled egg). Greetings! =^^___)

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před 5 lety +1

      thank you for the reply! Of course, not all dogs like their ears cleaned and they should definitely get a treat and praise after they get their ears cleaned !

  • @jeanmerron1918
    @jeanmerron1918 Před 4 lety

    Really good

  • @sczk2310
    @sczk2310 Před 10 měsíci

    😊

  • @lifedeath08
    @lifedeath08 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for the Nice informative video!
    Can this be used on a 5 pound chihuahua?

  • @user-tm1rf3kl9b
    @user-tm1rf3kl9b Před 6 měsíci

    The bacteria in the yeast is bugs bugs we need constant herbs infused oils into the gut and topical and sublingual

  • @redtaylor4936
    @redtaylor4936 Před 4 lety

    My dog has another ear infection i bought him a cone that he knows how to take off😥The blue Zymox. Can't be delivered until Sept 10th.Will the gree bottle do the same thing?

  • @JasonSeanSareno1795
    @JasonSeanSareno1795 Před 2 lety

    I haven't bath my 3month old Gs puppy and his ears is a lil bit messed , it'll be a lot of work.

  • @anthonycampos8057
    @anthonycampos8057 Před 2 lety +1

    I'm too afraid that I wouldn't be able to get the cotton ball out of the ear.

    • @KatMartin-si4pl
      @KatMartin-si4pl Před 2 lety

      You don't stuff it in there. Just dab the outside lightly if it gets in fur. Otherwise the animal will shake it out on their own. Just wipe the outside, then dab the ear a little, dont put it IN the ear. Hope that helps.

  • @bigdaddytrips6197
    @bigdaddytrips6197 Před 3 lety +2

    I'm just scared of hurting my dog's ear drum

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před 3 lety

      Just be really gentle.. and maybe dont even use a Q - tip if your nervous !

  • @jkjwf
    @jkjwf Před rokem

    Why is my dog whimpering in pain after I used this? She won’t let me touch her ear now

  • @Kratos_N_Odin
    @Kratos_N_Odin Před rokem

    Men of culture. With dogs.

  • @MarvFitBikesKicks
    @MarvFitBikesKicks Před 4 lety +4

    My dog is so Squeamish, he’d never let me do this to him

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před 4 lety

      you just have to keep working with him and talk to him tell him its ok and over time you'll get it done!

  • @empty_headed
    @empty_headed Před 3 lety +1

    Zymox states you should NOT clean your dogs ears before using otic.
    "You should not use any other ear preparations before or during applications of ZYMOX® Ear Solution because the enzyme activity that is present could become interrupted. The enzyme work best in a dirty environment. The use of ZYMOX® Ear Cleanser is only recommended after using a full course of ZYMOX® Ear Solution to keep dirty ears clean."

    • @dcwatashi
      @dcwatashi Před rokem

      I am trying to find a more thorough comprehensive video on the ear solution. So we’re just supposed to put this ear solution in the ear and let it sit until the next day it seems like it just keeps building up and building up and my cats ears look dirtier than before
      I want to clean them out not necessarily with a cleaner just a regular cotton ball to get the gunk out of there

  • @eileenherlihy1059
    @eileenherlihy1059 Před rokem

    After using Zymox for a few days the hair along her neck and around her ear flap are super greasy. what's the best way to clean this hair without bathing. The ear infection finally went away, so I don't want to cause another one by bathing. Just want to clean up the greasy hair.

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před rokem +1

      Hey! Oh gosh the greasy hair is hard to get cleaned! But you can use Dawn dish soap and gently clean that ear hair without getting it in the ear canal.

  • @pj7308
    @pj7308 Před 3 lety

    I used it on one of my dogs ears that was pretty red and scratched in hopes that it would soothe it and she would stop scratching it. I thought the other ear might have been irritated too so I did that ear too. The next day the ears looked like it got a bunch of dry blood inside of the ear, way worse than it looked before I used the product. I put a cone on my dogs head so she wouldn’t mess with it so I don’t understand why it looks as bad as it does? I tried looking at it to see what exactly it was and I could tell she was clearly irritated by it. I’m going to take her to see a vet but was hoping for some possible feedback

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před 3 lety

      Hey! Please go see your local veterinarian, your dog may have a bad infection that needs antibiotics or anti fungal oral pills

  • @juanportillo1335
    @juanportillo1335 Před 3 lety

    What if the ear is infected already ? My dog won’t stop shaking his head and his inside of his ear is irritated from all the scratching.

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před 3 lety +1

      Use the Zymox in the infected ear .. you don’t have to clean the ear just put the product in it and do this once a day for 5 days ... if still not better please go to a veterinary clinic

  • @stephenbayer09
    @stephenbayer09 Před 3 lety

    I have a shar pei he hates the site of the ear cleaner bottle.
    Will the cotton ball method work for ear infections cleaner? I've been using the Ecoears all Natural dog ear cleaner but he hates the site of the bottle so pouring it directly in the ear is out of the question he won't even let me use the bulb syringe. I have been using 2x2 gauze soaked in the cleaner but I don't know if I'm using enough. I can't find the zymox cleaner for infections

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před 3 lety

      Oh no try buying the Zymox online?? And yes the cotton ball method will work?

  • @dranrebfernandez4645
    @dranrebfernandez4645 Před 3 lety

    nextime video for the pittbull ears also

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před 3 lety +1

      Okay! thank you for the video recommendation .. I can try

  • @elizapopa3126
    @elizapopa3126 Před 2 lety

    Blanosul ce cuminte statea...Leia,nu prea a suportat tratamentul...dar i s.a dat si antibiotice...si ce chin,sa o pacalesc...Din Romaniaztoate cele bune!

  • @zoedark7101
    @zoedark7101 Před 3 lety

    Why has the cotton bud only got cotton wool on one end? Such a waste.

  • @mr.topsia1682
    @mr.topsia1682 Před 3 lety

    คุณหมอ สวยน่ารักมากๆ

  • @brentw4975
    @brentw4975 Před 2 lety +1

    Damn I wish vets around here was smoking like her.

  • @SusannaRedcay
    @SusannaRedcay Před 2 měsíci

    How to clean rottweiler ear

  • @RJ-mh7jr
    @RJ-mh7jr Před 5 lety

    Hello Doctor,
    My Dalmatian puppy is not eating anything her throat is swelled (swelling) after she straightly ate a strip which I gave her to chew but she did not chew it she ate it in only two bites now her throat is swelled. yesterday she had fever but now fever is gone but still she is not eating anything also she is vomiting every morning from past two days. I have also consulted to vet doc. but it only cure her fever also she is continuously shivering what should i do plz help me and sorry for my bad english

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před 5 lety

      BADRAV you have to go to your vet for this! I’m sorry!

    • @RJ-mh7jr
      @RJ-mh7jr Před 5 lety

      @@drlindsaybutzer she died 😭

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před 5 lety

      @@RJ-mh7jr I am very sorry to hear this! :(

    • @darrenp3615
      @darrenp3615 Před 3 lety

      Fucking moron. Why would you ask for urgent medical help in the comments section of a CZcams video instead of going to a vet?!

    • @moostoe
      @moostoe Před 2 lety

      @@darrenp3615 Sounds like a troll.

  • @juanayala7997
    @juanayala7997 Před 4 lety

    Any tricks for a dog who won’t let himself get touched there?

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před 4 lety +1

      I would have 2 people there to help you and have one person hold the dog and console him while the other person flips the ear back and works on cleaning the ear.

    • @juanayala7997
      @juanayala7997 Před 4 lety

      DOCTOR LINDSAY one more question, is there any way to figure out the age of a dog? I’ve had my pooch for about 2 months now, got him from a guy who picked it out the streets and he had him for 8 months before he handed it to us...any intel would be appreciated 🙏🏻

  • @honestperson7947
    @honestperson7947 Před 2 lety

    Does this work for puppies as well?

  • @serenafrost8550
    @serenafrost8550 Před 3 lety

    How often should you clean your golden retriever’s ears?

    • @Tonberryscactuars
      @Tonberryscactuars Před 3 lety

      I think it's a good idea to do so whenever they are noticeably dirty, or if the animal is displaying signs of discomfort related to a dirty ear. I think a good habit to have is while petting or cuddling with your animal do a quick inspection of the ears, paws, and body.

  • @arielmichael3683
    @arielmichael3683 Před 3 lety +1

    How about instead of saying "gently", you actually do it gently? Too bad dogs can't speak human language and complain, but he definitely shook his head.

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před 3 lety

      Have you tried cleaning dogs ears?

    • @KatMartin-si4pl
      @KatMartin-si4pl Před 2 lety

      LOL ALL animals shake their head when you put liquid in the ear! It's a natural reaction. Ever notice when they get wet they do it? Same thing. His ears were probably sore from infection as well, but she didn't do it.

  • @Carolina-Defense-Force
    @Carolina-Defense-Force Před 3 lety +1

    All I’ve heard over and over and over and over is “DO NOT SHOVE ANYTHING DOWN THE DOGS EAR CANAL” lol “Only use cotton ball on the OUTER” 😡YOU WILL ONLY PUSH DEBRE FURTHER DOWN

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před 3 lety +1

      That is great advice for people who have no clue what they’re doing .. which unfortunately is 95% of people :(

    • @cfsaw76
      @cfsaw76 Před měsícem

      ​@@drlindsaybutzerexactly why doing this video was unwise, to say the LEAST

  • @Yawar1986
    @Yawar1986 Před 3 lety

    Awesome, i need to marry you lol

  • @gypsywoman2419
    @gypsywoman2419 Před rokem

    I' look threw my shirt s ears but they always look good I'm nervous about this I better hurry up and go to vet ,groomer the ones that check n clean up 🐕 ears groomer never mentioned past groomer Wow

  • @scottcrawford8605
    @scottcrawford8605 Před rokem

    Now, do an angry german shepherd

    • @drlindsaybutzer
      @drlindsaybutzer  Před rokem

      Hey now! hahaha Ive tried some mean shepherds , but also alot of nice ones!

  • @user-fj4en7cq8d
    @user-fj4en7cq8d Před 4 lety

    My dog has been shaking her head and rubbing her ears on the floor since i did your procedure last night. They do not appear to be red or inflamed. She seems stressed out. What could be the cause of this?
    Also, you are smokin hot.

    • @donutz7532
      @donutz7532 Před 4 lety +4

      Bruh you just ruined the comment at the end no wonder she didn’t reply.

  • @jamieupton5956
    @jamieupton5956 Před 4 lety

    So if I do this with my pitbull mix, his ears stick straight up, can I really shove the cotton ball in my dogs eat like that, lol it's pretty scary

  • @stender6111
    @stender6111 Před rokem

    God I hate cleaning my dog's ears, it stinks and I just gag. In fact I'm gagging just watching this, I had to look away !

  • @valleygurl8531
    @valleygurl8531 Před 3 lety

    Where do you live??..can u be my veterinarian lol??????

  • @redpillyoass5894
    @redpillyoass5894 Před 2 lety

    This woman is terrible when it comes to cleaning a dog‘s ears! She needs to bring a groomer on the channel to teach how it’s accurately done.

  • @lisabevans2639
    @lisabevans2639 Před 4 lety

    Geez....gentle she is not.

    • @KatMartin-si4pl
      @KatMartin-si4pl Před 2 lety

      You just have to do what you have to. You HAVE to rub the ears like that so it will get down into the ear canal. The infection causes waxy build up that can block the medicine from getting down to where it needs to be....so you have to break it up a little. Sometimes medical treatments are uncomfortable, just like people, but you have to do it for their own good.

  • @emilieimbecile2060
    @emilieimbecile2060 Před 9 měsíci

    I've been cleaning my cockapoo's ears the hard way! Her ears are small enough that there's no way a cotton balI will vanish.. I'm m not using q-tips on her ears, I'm too scared!zymox cleanser really works. It busts all the wax