Most German Shepherd Dog owners and Veterinarians recommend Zymox Ear Cleanser for cleaning the ears of German Shepherd Dogs. However, if your dog has infected ears they may need an anti-inflammatory, antibacterial or antibiotic treatment.
Most German Shepherd Dogs need regular ear cleanings to prevent infections, yeast and mites. Below are your best options for ear cleaning solutions.
For general cleanings, get Zymox Ear Cleanser.
If you clean your German Shepherd’s ears out once a month, Zymox ear cleaner gently cleans and soothes dirty ears. Thousands of people agree as seen on the Amazon review page. Zymos is a non-toxic cleaner which uses no harsh chemicals and leaves ears smelling fresh as a daisy.
All dog’s ears are a bit different.
My previous German Shepherd, Fina, needed weekly ear cleanings to prevent infections. Her infections were bad and required a trip to the vet and typically resulted in a prescription of Mometamax, an ear antibiotic for canines. My current Shepherd, Aura, rarely needs her ears cleaned, so I just give them a little cleaning once a month.
Cleaning ears with minor infections (redness and/or swelling):
Treat it at home using Zymox Enzyme System.
Dogs do not show pain the same way that people do and if your dog has an infected ear, please take them to the vet to get antibiotics. If they have an acute bacterial ear infection with minor swelling and/or redness you may be able to treat it at home. Many dogs who get infected outer ears have this recurring issue like my last Shepherd Fina did. This is called Otitis Externa. Otitis Externa is chronic inflammation of the outer ear and you can usually tell when your dog is getting it as they’ll begin shaking their head or scratching their ear.
8,000 people’s reviews have resulted in this product having an amazing 5 star rating on Amazon. People love it that much. Zymox LP3 Enzyme System is for Acute and Chronic Otitis Externa and contains hydrocortisone. Zymox LP3 Enzyme System treats inflammation of the external ear caused by bacterial, viral, and yeast infections.
When to take your German Shepherd to the vet.
Infections which have spread to the middle ear or inner ear require veterinary help. Terrible pain and damage can and will occur without medical assistance. Middle and Inner ear infections are caused by things such as food allergies, parasites, improper ear cleanings, untreated bacterial infections or out of control outer ear infections. Dogs with middle ear infections (otitis media) and inner ear infections (otitis interna) may tilt their head to the side. They may also stop eating, lose coordination or vomit.
If your dog has any type of ear infection you’ve never dealt with before, get them to the vet right away before their condition progresses.
A dog with a middle or inner ear infection will likely be prescribed things which are not available over the counter such as steroids and antibiotics. Anti-fungals, antibacterial and anti-yeast drops are common as well depending on the problem.
Worth mentioning:
In the past I used to make my own ear cleaning solution. I do not do this any more.
If your pooch needs regular ear cleanings you may want to get these ear wipes to prevent a recurring problem (and recurring vet fees). These wipes contain Aloe Vera and Eucalypus.
