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My dog has something in her ear, what can I do at home safely?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

I think my dog may have something in her ear what can I do at home if anything

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Answered By Bette Isacoff

Dog Trainer

Published on June 21st, 2015

Do not try to get anything out of her ear at home. You can push it farther in and possibly puncture her eardrum. Your veterinarian can look into her ear with an otoscope, see exactly what it is, and determine the best way to get it out.

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