How to Clean a Yorkie's Ears

Yorkies are noted for their long and silky hair. The Yorkie's hair requires a lot of grooming to keep it in good condition. Its ears need cleaning to remove dirt and debris, to prevent infections from forming and to keep your Yorkie happy. A dog's ears needs proper cleaning, so you do not accidentally cause damage to them.

Things You'll Need

  • Tweezers
  • Cotton swabs
  • Cotton balls
  • Ear-cleaning solution
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Instructions

    • 1

      Look at the ears to locate signs of infection. A brown or red discharge or a strange odor coming from the ears can indicate an infection. Stop grooming the ears and contact a veterinarian immediately.

    • 2

      Pluck loose hair from the inside of the ears with tweezers. Remove loose hairs or hairs that have matted inside the ears. Smooth the hair out with a comb or your fingers.

    • 3

      Dampen a cotton swab with water. Wipe the inside of the ear with the cotton swab and exchange it for a new one when it becomes dirty. Clean the ear leather, but avoid pushing the cotton swab inside the ear canal. Wipe the crevices and small areas of the ear.

    • 4

      Soak a cotton ball with an ear-wash formula. Squeeze out any excess ear-wash formula. Insert the cotton ball inside the dog's ear. Rub gently to remove dirt.

    • 5

      Let the dog shake off the excess moisture. This will help prevent ear infections.