A dog-specific ear cleanser Damp cotton balls or pads A towel Treats An extra set of hands (if your dog doesn't sit still) Avoid cotton swabs when cleaning your dog's ears: They could push debris ...

However, it remains important to regularly inspect this part of the dog's body. If you find that your pet's ears are dirty, prepare a sterile swab and some boiled, cooled water or saline.

Ear infections are a common occurrence for many dogs. This is especially true for breeds with floppy ears. My dog, Romeo, had several years where he was continually fighting an ear infection.