Q. My cat has Polyp in his ear and 4 years ago he had surgery to remove it but since came back - is this product safe to use and good at removing excess fluidfrom his ear?
A. Hi, you should probably discuss with your vet since the polyp has come back however the manufacturers do say that it should be safe to use. And yes, it is good at helping keep the ear canals clear of blockages. Thanks
Q. My vet has prescribed antibiotics - can I use this product at the same time? Thanks
A. Yes, you can. Although antibiotics may cause side-effects and reduce your pet’s immune functioning, in severe ear infections they may be necessary. Ear Dr. will then be an excellent additional treatment for reducing inflammation and itching topically as well as preventing further growth of yeasts and fungi in the ear- organisms that antibiotics do not kill.
Q. I've got several dogs and some of them have picked up ear mites - should I treat all my dogs at the same time?
A. Any of your pets who have ear mites and the ones who come into contact with the affected pets, should be treated regularly with Ear Dr. You will also need to treat their surroundings such as their kennels or sleeping area. This can be done by washing all bedding in hot, soapy water and drying in a hot dryer. Clean out all kennels and treat the environment with a natural flea product available at pet stores or from a holistic vet.
Q. My dog has lots of debris in their ear - should I remove this first?
A. Removing excess debris and discharge from your pet’s ears will help Ear Dr. to work more effectively, but this should be done very gently to avoid impacting debris further into the ear canal. You should use cotton swabs to lift out debris gently - taking care not to drop the gunk back into the ear. Discard each swab after use as the debris contains plenty of live mites. Do NOT use ear buds to clean your pet's ear as these can cause injury to the ear.
If in doubt- seek your vets advice
