Originally posted by wolf_Q


We do it in Grooming all the time. Not all breeds have a problem with it. But shih tzus, poodles, schnauzers, etc. do. They grow so much fur in their ears it is not healthy...how easy would it be for you to hear if your ears were full of hair?? It also makes the chance of an ear infection worse.

We put a special powder in the ear which makes the fur easier to grip and dries out the ear canal. Then just pull it out with your fingers, or tweezers if its far down in there. I'm sure it hurts, but the dog is better off in the long run. I've pulled it out of Reggie's ears, and he doesn't mind it too bad.
you're so lucky to have a job where you work with dogs...I hope I can one day...