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What color should dog ear wax be?

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Earwax ranges from yellowish to light brown to even black—all of which can be associated with an ear infection. Ideally, your dog's ear should be a healthy pink color and be free of redness, discharge, and odors. 27 дек. 2021 г.


What color earwax do dogs have?

Dogs get earwax just like humans do – it's how the ears self-clean against pollen, dirt and debris. Normal dog ear wax ranges from pale yellow to light brown. Keep in mind, the wax may look darker if there's dirt in the ear. The consistency of the wax should be semi-soft.

How do I know if my dogs ears are dirty or infected?

If you're wondering how to recognize if your dog has an ear infection, then check out this helpful list of symptoms.1Scratching of the ear or area around the ear.2Brown, yellow, or bloody discharge.3Odor in the ear.4Redness Swelling Crusts or scabs on inside of the outer ear.5Hair loss around the ear.

How do you get the brown stuff out of a dog's ear?

Try to clean your dog's ears when he is calm — this will help make the process easier. Squeeze a veterinarian-approved ear-cleaning solution to fill your dog's ear canal and massage gently at the base of the ear for about 30 seconds. You will hear a squishing sound as the product dislodges debris and buildup.

How waxy should my dog's ears be?

Healthy earwax should be a pale, yellowish color. If your dog appears to have dark brown or black earwax or if the earwax looks dirty gray instead of golden, this isn't normal. A noticeable increase in wax build-up can be a sign of a problem as well. A healthy dog's ears should have no smell.

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