Blue Genes Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 Would any one be able to tell me where to get a quality ear cleaner, a gallon or more at a sensible rate. I hate buying little bottles as I run out & its so expensive. What is the best buy on ear cleaners in your opinion? And do I need big bottles to get good value for my money? Id LOVE to be paying not more than $25 a liter if possible, lol :laugh: but could be dreaming. Can i 'make my own ear cleaner and be 100% sure its not harmful to my dogs ears? ATM My dogs don't get infections, they just get the standard black 'stuff. So I like a ear cleaner that i know wont trigger ear infections. Has any one tried the 'Zap ear cleaner? I'm asking as I seen it comes in a gallon bottle in Australia seller. Thanks in advance for any help, tip and or advice. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebanne Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 I would be questioning why I needed so much ear cleaner for my dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WreckitWhippet Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 Make it up as you need it using 3mls Malaseb to 100 water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Genes Posted February 2, 2013 Author Share Posted February 2, 2013 Make it up as you need it using 3mls Malaseb to 100 water. Thanks!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Genes Posted February 2, 2013 Author Share Posted February 2, 2013 I would be questioning why I needed so much ear cleaner for my dogs. Good question, In my breed 'Sharpei' if untended the ears are prone to infections & or irritations. I've not seen a ear infection at my home for 9 years, since cleaning the ears regularly. Thus I've gone through allot of Aristopet ear cleaner over the years. unfortunately the Aristopet changed the recipe and now I not like the gel feel to the product and I'm seeking out a new product. I like the Malaseb idea and will try that. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dogsfevr Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 I would be questioning why I needed so much ear cleaner for my dogs. exactly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karly101 Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 malaseb is good - malacetic otic was my first choice and you could buy it in large bottles but it has been unavailable for ages. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coogie Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 Blue Genes I know exactly what you are talking about, I have 2 Pei and go through gallons of Epiotic which we have found the most effective. Summer is especially bad, the cheapest I have found it is $25.00 for 500mls though. I might try the malaseb as well. Never had ear issues with other breeds we have had so I was surprised at the frequency of treatment. Both of mine are rescues, so ears had been left untreated before going to rescue, their ear issues were fully disclosed before they came home with us so we did know what we were in for. We have found diet helps somewhat - but as you say it is an ongoing battle. Also find that soaking their paws at the same time we treat their ears helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christina Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 I didn't think black stuff coming out of the ears was standard ? Half white vinegar, half water is as good as anything & doesn't sting or irritate. A little boracic acid powder in the ear about once a week or before a bath can be helpful too. Get at Whelping Supplies on here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Maeby Fünke Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 Make it up as you need it using 3mls Malaseb to 100 water. That is a great idea, thanks! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Genes Posted February 2, 2013 Author Share Posted February 2, 2013 Blue Genes I know exactly what you are talking about, I have 2 Pei and go through gallons of Epiotic which we have found the most effective. Summer is especially bad, the cheapest I have found it is $25.00 for 500mls though. I might try the malaseb as well. Never had ear issues with other breeds we have had so I was surprised at the frequency of treatment. Both of mine are rescues, so ears had been left untreated before going to rescue, their ear issues were fully disclosed before they came home with us so we did know what we were in for. We have found diet helps somewhat - but as you say it is an ongoing battle. Also find that soaking their paws at the same time we treat their ears helps. I'm glad some one understands, I guess you have to have this breed to understand. My dogs eat well, want for nothing, its just the way it is, enviroment dosent help as we live on dry dirt and a massive highway. I like to fully clean the tunnels in the ear as that is what has kept my dogs ears healthy for the last decade. This breed, ears left unattended can', not always but can' have issues. As I said before, My dogs ears are really good but I cant say they would be if i didn't clean them regularly. Yes black muck is normal. However cream or yellow or blood isn't normal. I'm going with the Malaseb idea and Ill be using distiled water. Ive been sent a recipe for white vinegar , boric acid, rubbing alchol & distiled water and may or may not try that also as first I'll be trying malaseb, and if thats as good as i think it will be Ill stay with that. 'I don't need gallons of ear cleaner, I just wanted gallons' as i refuse to buy 250ml, In my house thats gone after one cleaning session. So Malaseb sounds the go as i can make it up like i was told by wreckitwhippet and have it fresh each time. Thank you to the people who gave helpful' answers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christina Posted February 3, 2013 Share Posted February 3, 2013 I Ive been sent a recipe for white vinegar , boric acid, rubbing alchol & distiled water a I would skip the rubbing alcohol. Anything containing alcohol can really sting sensitive parts of the skin & inside ear is sensitive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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