Dog Otitis Externa: Smelly, Itchy Dog Ears? See What This New Study Recommends!

[@deepalazarus2399]

My female GSD suffered for 3 years with severe ear infection and dermatitis. One vet who really took time and the patience to treat her on a holistic level, treated her liver condition and instantly after taking meds, she was a new dog !

[@eugeneolonda8915]

Please do videos on cats too. I'm a vet student and your videos really help Me to be very open minded when it comes to treatments. Keep doing you doc😤😤. I'm from Kenya 🇰🇪 anguka nayo😂

[@giselafiege7169]

🙏for being open to other information besides mainstream teachings.!!!

[@KarenPrudensLetsStitchMakeup]

Yes please do a video on cats with ear problems. 😊👍

[@dr.heidiwichmann4457]

great, we need young open minded people like you

[@NEChristo]

Problem is my dog acts like a demon when you try to put drops in his ears

[@chrstinedivinagracia7259]

LOL

[@LauraKernEllisDAHyp]

I understand that!

[@RIIrishgal69]

Not mine but my furbaby is like a demon when I trim his front paws. 😊

[@spirituellebuchermeditatio9264]

Mine needs the promise, that afterwards he gets yoghurt....and because he shows teeth as well, I put him a mussle on. ...safe is safe.

[@CharCharDes]

Mine too, but I’m gonna try the spray because I think that’ll work quicker. I’m talking about the first one that he showed the pump spray that seemed to be fine for just irritated ears.

[@angelabiery-jones5556]

🤣❤️Tula is the best assistant ever!!!❤️😂 I just love her!!! 💕🐶

[@zhippidydoodah]

My Rottweiler's chronic ear infection was linked to Beef allergy. No beef, no more ear infection. Thankfully!

[@easyartisan]

I put coconut oi in the ear canal and it works well. Antibacterial antifungal and anti inflammatory. Also give her earth probiotics in her food.

[@tscarletespin2261]

Hi, can you tell me which probiotics you give your dog? What you recommend that you use for your dog? Thanks! 😊

[@easyartisan]

@@tscarletespin2261 its a NZ product called Micromed. You can get earth probiotics for dogs in most countries I think. She gets Orijen six fish and hunted wild meats. No carbs , expensive but seems to be working !

[@thuneeby2092]

My dog a bagle (basset/beagle mix) had chronic issues with ear infections and dr prescribed expensive med with lots of bad side effects. I started giving my dog enzyme serrapeptase and it controlled the issue as good as the rx meds.

[@audny3096]

Can you tell me more about it? How much did you give your dog? How long did it take for it to work? Did you give it orally? Because I could only find capsules. Do you have a brand recommendation?

[@annmariet2008]

Me2plz

[@hatshepsut9760]

This is soo good, thanks Doc, BTW you're still brilliant!!!

[@jupiterglow]

Good timing. My dog has an ear infection and I called my vet this morning and they said soonest they had for an appointment was over a week away! That's unexceptable!! I will try your recommendations.

[@sallywebster6037]

Did it help?

[@1982rrose]

Where do you find the spray?

[@kangaroo4144]

Amazon

[@chantellewilson9497]

I used your black tea and monastat mixture. It worked wonders ❤

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Glad it worked! Thank you for the feedback, very much appreciated!

[@chantellewilson9497]

@@VeterinarySecrets you’re very welcome I share you page with everyone I know ❤️

[@pemdechen6300]

That's great to know - I was curious to know whether to use this or the monistat - I'll start with monistat as I made it up already. I'm definitely getting the propolis capsules

[@casoniadespire3008]

Would I do the same thing if my dog also has yeast inbetween toes and around vaginal area and discharge?

[@chantellewilson9497]

@ if there’s a discharge, they may have vaginitis see you may wanna look up home remedies specifically for that , they may need antibiotics. There are natural antibiotics, but that’s not something you want to let go.

[@Jeep-Life]

How many ear drops for an Anatolian/Pyr that weighs 170lbs? I have 3 gynormous breeds needing theirs packed with antibiotics. AGAIN!

[@diaml]

Hi, would this also help dogs with inflamed, itchy feet due to seasonal environmental allergies? Thanks.

[@Marisa-mk3ru]

Tula is incredible

[@VeterinarySecrets]

She is. :)

[@hoperesnick1453]

Thank you for this important information. Can propolis be similarly used for cats?

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Yes, propolis can be used for cats too. Start slow and see how your kitty reacts.

[@hoperesnick1453]

Great! Appreciate your speedy reply.

[@tammydrake3992]

Love you and your care for my critters. Thank you!

[@Michibelle24]

I appreciate you so much! Times are tough and vets are outrageously expensive these days. You have help me help my pets fight off minor ailments and keep them healthy! Thank you for all your generous and insightful information! Its channels like yours that are so relevant and educational on this platform! Thank you again from a proud fellow Canadian! Ps. I wish my dog was as docile as Tula, shes a dream🥰

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Thanks !

[@take5512]

@@VeterinarySecrets where is this product to be found? I went to your sight and couldn't find it

[@spirituellebuchermeditatio9264]

Where I live (Fuerteventura) grows Aloe Vera everywhere...and I give him a mix of fresh Aloe Vera with propolis, curcuma and a bit fresh honey from maruecco (handmade) in his mouth! And he likes it!

[@arachnidqueen4372]

I am currently studying to become a Veterinarian & Dr Andrew Jones has taught me a lot more safer & healthier ways. Please keep these extremely helpful & awesome videos coming.

[@omargalvan6155]

Any videos on distemper need help my vets in mexico not liking lost my dog yesterday vet didnt help nothing and my female pit showing signs

[@chrismazz75]

Please test for allergies before using propolis, and monitor for allergies that may develop. It's a sensitizing agent, and many develop an allergy to it with repeated use. I learned that the hard way.

[@leanndemars_MN]

Yup I'm going to be looking around my dog will be 10 years old this month and she's had allergies since birth

[@wompol7117]

instead of alcohol based tincture i would prefer a glycerin extract of propolis if i could.

[@Ummo2850]

Thank you for your dedication and awesome videos. Truly appreciated.

[@maggieshea7488]

propolis is also fantastic for people skin :)

[@Moni-ui5bz]

In the past my dogs had ear infections regularly. Once I stopped feeding kibble and fed raw meat it completely stopped. Never had an ear infection in the last 13 years.

[@e11se]

Thank you! I used olive oil and regretted it. My dog could not hear me. Three days latter and she is beginning to respond to her name again.

[@jennylivesey3518]

I have been making up the recipe for the cream you recommended that has Shea,castor oil, sunflower oil, coconut cream and beeswax absolutely fantastic cleared up his red inflamed ear after a couple of weeks. Also used under his arm and groin area brought him so much relief but also worked on the bacteria. Has an added bonus of keeping his paw pads smooth and his coat nice.

[@johenson3713]

Hi, where can I buy those ear problem items you showed us. Both my dogs suffer constantly with ear problems. Bern using mineral oil but can't use it often they say. Please let us know where to purchase. Thanks much! Jo

[@rebeccatexaschick7621]

What do you do if you have a senior dog you suspect eat polyps are the root cause of the ear issues?

[@veganjem]

Propolis has been a live saver for me. I always have it with me. I will try this. My dog has cronic ear infections. I clean his ear nearly every day and it doesnt seem to do anything. He has been to the vet, had it flushed out. it was good for a while, but try getting a vet appt now? you cant do it. they are booking months out.

[@wompol7117]

what about manuka honey???

[@pinschrunner]

My floppy eared dog gets repeated ear infections after swimming and baths, even though I try hard to dry them out after water exposures. I use sovereign silver now when everything else failed

[@christinat.7264]

Put cotton balls in their ears before any bath/swimming.

[@pinschrunner]

@@christinat.7264 he cannot hear swimming instructions with cotton balls. I even used ear plugs (wax and foam). He is a working dog. Cotton just gets wet and leaves the soaking cotton drowning his ears

[@kellyhumphrey979]

Where can I get all 3 of these. I’m from Canada and I have a miniature dashound and he is forever getting ear infections.

[@KnottyToys]

Bee furbulous natural tips 🐝🐾💜🐾

[@craigdouglas9979]

Great video, thank you!

[@TSis76]

Oh please work! My poor girl and I have been on a frustrating and costly painful journey with this. Vets said so bad remove inner ear of her problem ear. Not long after that, the yeast infections began raging in her remaining ear. Recently she had to have a tooth removed. 2 large tumors had grown into the good ear. Vet lasereed much of them out. Thankfully benign! Less pain than before, but still. And she gets no grain, kibble or dairy. Just animal protein.

[@donnahazlett7305]

🙏🕊🐕

[@zhippidydoodah]

Horrible :( try an elimination diet - one food at a time. Also try to locate a really good vet dermatologist who can pinpoint the infection for a custom medicine to get it under control. I adopted a dog who was supposed to get that ear removal, I took him to my own vet, then saw a dermatology specialist, and soon found he is allergic to beef. We eliminated beef - no ear infection.

[@Connoroliverryan]

How long do the capsules take to work my dog won’t take capsules so sprinkle it on his food

[@angelasitton481]

Will the internal capsules help clear yeasts on coat/skin?

[@rosejackson8835]

I will try this have tried everything else😢

[@kiki0327]

We have propolis drop without alcohol here in Canada, can I use those?

[@1982rrose]

We buy it loose in a jar. Can you show what a gram looks like? My dog is just under 93lbs

[@marymcnew4935]

How about a small drop of Tea Tree Oil ?

[@TSis76]

Too harsh for ear tissue

[@Jeweltzion]

I’ve watched three different videos and all three are different? So does that mean any on three videos are good to do?

[@usernameunknownof]

I have acat with it. Is it good for cats?

[@wompol7117]

yes

[@mountainstream8351]

Interesting. My Standard poodle gets ear infections. I'll try this. Thank you!

[@vinoto]

Could you make a video on exertional rhabdomyolysis? My dog has been getting it in warmer months with anything over 4 mile walks. Is there any supplements I could add to his diet to help prevent this?

[@VeterinarySecrets]

I'll add this to my video list! In the meantime, consider adding antioxidants like Vitamin E and Omega-3s-they can help reduce muscle inflammation. Also, hydration is key!

[@Jo-AnneFord]

You are the best!!! Thank you for sharing all of your knowledge with all of us who love our pets.

[@kbpersonal8899]

How do I get your book?

[@belindahoward77]

What would be your recommended dosage for 250 lb. English mastiff?

[@GabrielGarcia-xo6yq]

I know this isn't the appropriate place to ask your advice and you are no one's free consultant but I've seen your older health heart videos and was wondering if prairie doctor Hawthorne and dandelion leaf was still your recommended solutions to my dog with a high grade heart murmur. Please give any advice anyone, bless you and your dogs!

[@AnaTherD]

Spent a lot on meds treating my dog’s ear infection and still she has it. I should definitely try this. Thank you so much Doc for sharing this.

[@LauraKernEllisDAHyp]

What does someone do when their dog will not allow them to clean those ears? My dog is half Shar Pei and has those bear-like ears. It has been a long standing challenge to say the least.

[@VeterinarySecrets]

One trick that works is warming up some coconut oil and gently massaging around the ear first-it can help soften things up and make your dog a little more comfortable. Try using treats as a reward during and after, too. Make it a 'treat party' and turn ear-cleaning into a game. Baby steps are key-don’t force it, just get them used to having you near those ears.

[@LauraKernEllisDAHyp]

@@VeterinarySecrets Thank you very much for the timely response, I love him so much he is 10 now but 60 lbs of smarts! I will gently attempt your advice as I have tried almost everything including green tea.

[@joycewedel9084]

Ty as always & I always like & share.

[@VeterinarySecrets]

I appreciate that

[@TribalLady12]

Please do a video for cats with lung issues. Coughing with no expression of hair or other matter.

[@VeterinarySecrets]

I’ll add this to the list of future videos-definitely an important topic to cover. Thanks for the idea!

[@anjelaye18]

wow thank you so much Doctor!

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Any time

[@aneetkaur9924]

With the propolis and aloe combo, after i put in the 3-5 drops, do i leave it in there or wipe it off with a cotton swab? i live in a very humid country and don't want to add more problems leaving the ears most. please let me know?

[@jackieskitchen1966]

I am going to try this, I should have taken stock out on Mometamax 7.5g @ $35 each. Thank you for helping all of us that love our animals!

[@Er3ctilereptile]

Got some! I am hoping it works. I unfortunately have a golden who is starting to have typical golden ear infections. Ill update if it helps. So far I have the drops.

[@zepstoys9851]

Fantastic thank you 🙏 my 13 yr old springer has has sumonous recently was a nightmare to clear up

[@Aff3ct000]

I'd prefer to make my own propolis drops. Cheaper and you can ensure the source and quality.

[@se5594]

Does that mean you have your own bees? How do you make people?

[@NinaNewton-ey5kf]

How do make your own propolis drops?

[@shalren-yy9ni]

How amazing is this man…..❤

[@heidijakowski4146]

I think I've seen three suggestions from you for ear issues, how do you decide? Tea & something else, this one and clotrimazole cream?

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Different ear issues need different solutions-like picking the right tool for the job! Tea tree oil helps with yeast, propolis for soothing irritation, and clotrimazole is a good go-to for fungal infections. It’s all about what’s causing the itch!

[@aliceburte9278]

Thank You sir ❤

[@underdgk9]

Awesome!

[@margarethughes3763]

MY Cat has a yellowish inflamation from her nose.

[@Aochic]

I wonder if taking PO will help ear infections?

[@amandabruney3835]

Thank you for this video. Huge help!

[@bellaspatiogarden3493]

Can I use polysporin eye and ear drops as eye drops for my dog? I can't find just polysporin eye drops.

[@margaretpollard2179]

Thanks!

[@pemdechen6300]

Hi Dr Jones, is this method better than the monistat miconazole and black tea concoction? Thank you.

[@NoOneAnyMore4You]

Re: essential oil safe for cats video. Is there a way I can use the mixture in that video to maybe make stronger so I can use as an additive for water in a mop bucket. My thought is just natural repellent for fleas while also naturally cleaning floors? Thank you for any suggestions or any videos that cover this. And to further point would it be possible to use exact 2%< mixture to also apply to feet as well for human topical use for outdoor repel? Thank you for time and all your effort! I appreciate it seriously!!🤙

[@nancywinchester3076]

My shih zu has had an ear infection for months. None of the drops the vet has given me help. I can't even see his ear canal. Where can i get these products?

[@lidiarodriguez6450]

You are my favorite!!

[@amrice62]

Thank you Dr.!

[@EL-kv6ho]

Hi Dr. Jones, I thank you for your videos, they are very informative. I do have a question about your book. Do you send actual book?

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Yes, you can get an actual book-it's the real deal, pages and all! shop.veterinarysecrets.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=book

[@weewhorobin8202]

I’m having that problem now with my standard poodle 😢

[@pinschrunner]

dry ears with towel and finger leaning head over on your finger carefully. Sovereign silver

[@hectorlantz]

I have a dog that was given me I can't afford a vet my dog has a yellow discharge I am getting desperate tks

[@judysaunderscooperjc]

Thank you

[@starlakelsey2782]

What about of skin yeast problems? Will the tablets work to help that too?

[@VeterinarySecrets]

I'd recommend using it topically for best results, though tablets may still offer some internal support.

[@mflynnnj1]

Thanks!!

[@tonyacrawley9782]

My dog won't let you touch his ears they are so bad what do you do then

[@HeatherB-z5b]

tHANK YOU SO MUCH!

[@elizabethhill7405]

Can this be used on cats?

[@murf6907]

Is beeswax the same as propolis?

[@lillybethcruz9923]

NO!

[@lillybethcruz9923]

Wax is where bees lay eggs and store honey. Propolis is the dark stuff that they use to fill voids or glue things together ❤️.

[@along1213]

I am not sure if this post will even be seen, but I have a question. I am babysitting my grand dog and I am concerned that there's something wrong with her ears. Every time she barks, she shakes her head and sometimes she just starts shaking her head as if her ears hurt. I have checked as far as I can. And it looks clean in pink, and i'm wondering if there's some other source of her head shaking. Do you have any advice I want to look for or do I need to take her to the vet?

[@silvias.6410]

Thank you so much ❤ Is there a natural remedy for eye infections also? 🤔

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Of course! 😊 veterinarysecrets.com/?s=eye+infection

[@laureningle6457]

I’ve taken my almost 19 year old dog to vet MANY/SEVERAL TIMES!!! No help! diagnosed w/candida bad skin issues scabs all over hair loss! Nothing is working! I know it’s internal! I need help for him!? Please! I can’t afford another 1-2-3000 dollars!!!!? Please help my next step is a dermatology specialist for him! All I can see is me having to spend!!! Another!!! $$$$$$$ !!! With zero help for him 😢

[@thuneeby2092]

Have you tried using ACV topically everyday? Either a bath or at least applying/pattting the areas every day?

[@genv8428]

Try coconut oil on the skin....

[@jacquelined6810]

Coconut oil topically. It may be diet related. I started cooking for my dog and adding sardines twice a week. Her coat is beautiful.

[@melanied9231]

If it isn't seasonal allergies maybe stop the dog food & try cooking chicken or beef & vegetables in the crock pot much cheaper than vet billls.

[@ericaulbach]

Go keto or carnivore. All that 💩 will heal in no time. My 5 dogs have very few health issues. One has skin issues when I got her and it cleared up. She was on kibble before. Kibble is slow poison!

[@debbvaughn493]

How can you do a half a capsule because everything I looked at was her actual capsule with a liquid or a powder?

[@miniwheat2053]

Is fresh whey safe to give to dogs and cats?

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Fresh whey can be a great addition in moderation. It's packed with protein and probiotics, which can benefit both dogs and cats. Just make sure it’s unsweetened and keep an eye out for any tummy upset, as some pets can be lactose sensitive. A little goes a long way!

[@seqkatwinn2766]

Does the Propolis capsules work for cats for ear infections?

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Absolutely, it can! 😊 Propolis has natural antimicrobial properties that make it helpful for ear infections in cats. Just be sure to use a cat-safe dosage and monitor for any reactions. A little goes a long way!

[@seqkatwinn2766]

@@VeterinarySecrets Thank you, so much for letting me know! Can you suggest a dosage per pound for cats? 😺 I appreciate you!

[@Nellenm]

Do you sell it? I want some

[@2lorishep]

Costco and health stores

[@shirleymut]

My GSD gets ear infections often so I ordered some tincture. I also ordered some capsules to see if they help her with itching but I read from a medical sight that if they're allergic to it, it can do much harm so I'm afraid to try the capsules, any advice? Her allergies usually comes only during the warm months but this year she still has them & it's cooling down and this is the first year she has itching, along with her usual panting & loss of energy during the summer months, she's still on a small dose of prednisone which helps

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Most dogs tolerate the propolis very well- it is very safe. Also you should consider our Quercetin supplement: shop.veterinarysecrets.com/supplements/dr-jones-ultimate-bioactive-quercetin.html

[@juliak.9790]

🙏

[@RyanSpringer1984]

Will my other dogs want to lick it off the ears of the other, that kind of sweet?

[@janetwest55]

The propolis spray here has honey in it. They call it oral spray. Is that ok for ears? I only ask as I thought the sugar in honey fed the yeast. Could you please clarify?

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Great question! Yes, honey has sugar, but propolis has strong antimicrobial properties that help fight yeast and bacteria. The benefits of propolis should outweigh any sugar concerns. Hope that helps! 😊

[@janetwest55]

Thank you

[@cynthiastogden7000]

Cats? One of my cats has mites. Trying to keep on top with cleaning and castor oil drops but not going away.

[@cynthiastogden7000]

Ps could propolis tincture be mixed with coconut oil or olive oil?

[@meilih2030]

the cat ear is wounded and it is not healing. it keeps bleeding everytime he scratches and he is dying from losing blood. he is now emaciated but i can't force him to wear the cone he freaks out and destroys it. i don't know what to do. it is already 2months of bleeding. he is dying.

[@nightnurse7777]

I got one of those wide, round, soft, padded adjustable cone/collars in XL for my cat. He can't reach his ear. He has other areas and itchiness that the vet says could be allergies. So, I switched to fish food, which is a less likely allergan than beef or chicken. He's a big boy, so he gets 1/2 a Zyrtec in a salmon Pill Pocket daily and 2 allergy/immune treats. They gave me Animax for his ears. I got a flea treatment that covers mites, just to be on the safe side, although he is indoor and I haven't seen anything. He's a little better. I am wondering if blood work would show anything. I already spent a few hundred at my expensive vet. It hurts to see them suffer. Praying you find solutions for your cat. Also, they recommended a fish oil supplement be put on his food.

[@nightnurse7777]

Also, I got an over the counter anti-itch spray for the other itchy areas that are not open. I don't use that for the ears, though.

[@moiramcfarlane706]

It works! Good for humans too!🇦🇺❤U Doc.

[@candymay75]

❤