Best Pet Ear Treatments

Updated January 2019
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Best of the Best
Zymox
Otic Pet Ear Treatment with Hydrocortisone
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Bottom Line

It's a small bottle, yet it delivers plenty of potency to relieve inflammation in the ear.

Pros

Doesn't contain antibiotics, so it's safer to use regularly. Works well with ear infections from bacteria, viruses, and yeast. Easy to use. Includes 1% hydrocortisone to ease the pain of the inflammation.

Cons

Has an odd consistency, meaning it may stick to the animal's fur around the ear.

Virbac
Epi-Otic Advanced Pet Ear Cleaner
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Works nicely for everyday ear cleaning, delivering a good value per ounce of liquid.

Pros

Doesn't contain alcohol, making it safer to use regularly for ear cleaning. Will work for any age of dog or cat to help prevent ear infections. Contains a slight scent, but it's not overly strong.

Cons

Some animals may show a skin irritation with this, so test a little first.

Best Bang for the Buck
Vet Solutions
Pet Ear Cleansing Solution
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Excellent price point per ounce versus other pet ear cleaners. Offers a slight scent to deodorize too.

Pros

Works equally well for dogs and cats. Doesn't contain harsh chemicals, so you can use it with the pet every day if required. Large bottle of cleaner, so it's a good value for multi-pet homes.

Cons

Some pets may not tolerate this cleaning solution well, leading to irritated skin.

Bexley Labs
Curaseb Pet Ear Treatment
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Works to clean many different types of ear irritants for dogs and cats, including yeast and bacteria.

Pros

Works to clean the interior of the ears and scaly spots on the skin. Gentle enough to use regularly for cleaning, but it also works to reduce effects of ear infections. Has a slight scent that's not overpowering.

Cons

Can occasionally cause an irritation of the skin for some sensitive pets.

Vet Organics
EcoEars Natural Pet Ear Cleaner
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Bottom Line

Seems to work quickly on ear odor problems, eliminating redness by removing dirt and other irritants.

Pros

Doesn't have harsh chemicals, steroids, or antibiotics to make it safe to use regularly. Works equally well on wax buildup and ear redness. Many pets will show improvement in less than a week with this cleaner.

Cons

Costs a little more than some others. Some pets may show skin irritation after use.

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    Pet ear treatments can be used on ear irritations cats and dogs have. These cleaners are applied to the interior of the ear, allowing you to remove dirt and grime. If your cat or dog has odors in the ear, cleaning the ears regularly can help. Pet ear cleansers also can help reduce redness and itchiness in the ear. These treatments are sold over the counter, so they have no antibiotics or steroids. Some ear treatment formulas include a little bit of hydrocortisone to aid with pain. One of the biggest problems with these products is that some pets have a poor reaction to certain formulas. You should always test any ear treatment formula on a small part of the pet’s ear to ensure it won’t cause skin irritation.

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    Zymox

    Otic Pet Ear Treatment with Hydrocortisone

    Zymox

    Otic Pet Ear Treatment with Hydrocortisone

    It's a small bottle, yet it delivers plenty of potency to relieve inflammation in the ear.
    $20
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    Virbac

    Epi-Otic Advanced Pet Ear Cleaner

    Virbac

    Epi-Otic Advanced Pet Ear Cleaner

    Works nicely for everyday ear cleaning, delivering a good value per ounce of liquid.
    $16
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    Vet Solutions

    Pet Ear Cleansing Solution

    Vet Solutions

    Pet Ear Cleansing Solution

    Excellent price point per ounce versus other pet ear cleaners. Offers a slight scent to deodorize too.
    $21
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    Bexley Labs

    Curaseb Pet Ear Treatment

    Bexley Labs

    Curaseb Pet Ear Treatment

    Works to clean many different types of ear irritants for dogs and cats, including yeast and bacteria.
    $17
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    Vet Organics

    EcoEars Natural Pet Ear Cleaner

    Vet Organics

    EcoEars Natural Pet Ear Cleaner

    Seems to work quickly on ear odor problems, eliminating redness by removing dirt and other irritants.
    $21

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