Natural Remedies Ear Infection

My Basset Hound has had a couple ear infecions caused by yeast and she has another one now. In the past she has used prescription Mometamax. Is there a natural remedy that will treat and cure the infection? I want to avoid taking her to the vet again if at all possible.
I dont need smart assed answers please, I know what my dog has, I know that Basset Hounds are susceptible to ear infections, I take care of her and Im a big believer in natural cures. If you cant answer my question with a logical, polite answer dont answer at all.
THANKS in advance for your help!

My bulldog Bulldozer used to get sore ears and they smelled like cheese. So my vet said to try vinegar and rubbing alcohol. Fifty percent of each or half and half.
The vinegar breaks down the gunk and the alcohol dries up water from say a bath. I used it after every bath and some times in between. Do not use it more than once a week. Too much drying can be painful. Also the smell of funky ears can draw flies that will bite and aggravate you puppy.

Best to do this outside and only if your dog really trusts you. I had someone else pour in the medicine I would hold him still and hold his ear open. Then we would filler up. Flop his ears closed and massage the sides of his head and then let him go. This is the gross part he would shake his head and any thing loosened up would come out. Every thing would fly out. So we did this outside and in not our best clothes. With a floppy eared dog you will need to wipe away the excess after he shakes his head. Towel drying his head if he goes out in the rain or sprinkler etc is also a good idea. They don’t sweat but their skin and ears produces oil like ours.

Do not use this solution if your dog has open sores the vinegar and the alcohol will sting.

You could get bit or he may never let you touch his / her head again.

Never never ever use hydrogen peroxide. The foaming action causes pressure and can damage their ears permanently.

2007-05-28 13:39:57 by Jaim Jaim

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My dog has just underwent surgery and for it had to take quite a few meds (antibiotics and pain killers), but now developed an ear infection. I really do not have the money to take her to the vet, and I really do not want any more harsh methods to cure her infection.
Could someone please give me any suggestions? Thanks!

Chlorophyll liquid is the best thing in the world to aid in healing of practically anything,from earaches, minor infections,sore throats,eye irritations,it can even be used in the nose for congestion and allergy irritation.I use it for myself, my 3 children and my animals...just make sure not to give it orally to any human on blood thinners(unless okayed by their Physician)Try you local health food store...Good Luck.

2008-01-12 04:16:00 by Dandie the Dirty Dog

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Does anyone know of any good natural remedies for drying out the middle ear?
I forgot to mention this is for a 7 year old child

I have cut out the center of an onion a little larger than what could fall inside the ear, held in place with a band-aid. It will draw out fluid from the middle ear and halps ease the pain, have used it along with and without medicine.

It also helps to avoid food colorings, junk food, and keep children away from smokers.

2008-03-28 15:19:07 by ladybug

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You need to stay far away from chemical antibiotics, in my opinion, except as a last resort. I assume you feel the same or you wouldn't have asked this question. As a matter of course, children given antibiotics for ear infection can be expected to get another infection within 1 to 3 months.

Topically, I would recommend ear drops. You can buy oil specific for this at most natural food stores. They are usually called Mullein and Garlic oil drops. It is a carrier oil (usually almond) with mullein and garlic infused in it. The mullein is wonderful for pain and inflammation and the garlic is a topical antibiotic. If you can't find these, put 30 drops of Goldenseal tincture and 30 drops of Myrrh tincture into 1 Tablespoon of almond oil.

Wash hands; lie or sit down; tilt head to bring ear uppermost; pull earlobe to open ear canal; insert 3 to 4 drops. Remain in same position for 2 minutes. Repeat several times daily, especially at night.

May I also suggest ear candling? These are also available at natural food stores & they can give you instructions for using. They require the help of another person. They can remove pus and water that may have accumulated in the ear and are perfectly safe and painless.

Also apply pure essential oil of Lavender to the outside of the ear nearest where it feels painful or swollen. Usually that is in front of the ear and often on the gland right below the ear. This alleviates the pain and swelling.

Internally, take 4 dropperfuls of extract of Echinacea root and one dropperful of Goldenseal root extract. Repeat in one hour. After this, take one dropper of Echinacea every four hours. Take the Goldenseal 3x a day for 10 days.

You would also do well to take 3 grams (3000 mg.) or more of vitamin C. I like Ester-C because it won't upset your stomach or cause diarrhea, even in large doses.

Hot foot baths divert blood from the head and reduce pain. A few drops of tea tree oil or white thyme oil in the water will help open sinuses and kill some bacteria. Afterward, wipe the bottoms of your feet with a clove of garlic cut in half. The garlic is a natural antibiotic and can be absorbed through the skin.

2006-08-08 06:15:56 by beauty

i have been having discormfort from my left ear often associated with blurred vision and giddiness.ihave had brain scan,mri all seems to be normal.iam very worried.i need your help please

I have ear infection problems too. Mine is caused from water getting in ear during a shower. I was told to use a 50/50 mix of alcohol and white vinigar. I use it and it works. The alcohol dries the water, and the vinigar kills the infection. It will burn a little if you actually have an ear infection, but it doesn't last too long. My sisters dr. told her about this remedy rather than expensive prescription medication. It's worked great for me. It only takes a few drops of the mixture a few times a day. Good Luck

2006-08-08 06:03:06 by beauty