DIY Dog Ear Care, Easy Solution for Itchy Issues – Marc Smith, DVM, MS

DIY Dog Ear Care, Easy Solution for Itchy Issues – Marc Smith, DVM, MS

In this video @MarcSmithveterinarian shares a simple and cost-effective solution for #dogowners dealing with common ear problems in their #dogs.

Many dogs in #MiddleTennessee experience ear issues due to allergies, resulting in symptoms like head shaking and black discharge.

#Petowners can treat this at home with a 1:1 or 2 water to 1 ACV ratio of #applecidervinegar and water, a natural alternative to expensive ear washes.

Please review this blog post, it has more detail on how to treat your dog’s ears. https://franklintnvet.com/apple-cider-vinegar-home-remedy-for-dog-ear-infection/.

Using Clyde as his subject, Dr. Smith emphasizes the ease and affordability of this solution, encouraging pet owners to keep their dogs’ ears clean and combat yeast infections caused by #allergies.

The straightforward method is shown to be well-tolerated by dogs and is a practical way to address common canine ear issues at home.

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50 Comments

  1. @billyrosewinslow2832 on May 31, 2025 at 12:28 pm

    We just put this in our lab pup’s ear. He is still shaking his head beyond the couple of times suggested. Is this normal?

  2. @Gius_13 on May 31, 2025 at 12:28 pm

    Great way to cause an ear infection right there.. all it takes is a single drop in a bad spot to cause issues. I’m shocked any vet would advise to perform this on their own pet, so careless!

  3. @everso2151 on May 31, 2025 at 12:31 pm

    You should NEVER POUR ANYTHING IN YOUR DOGS EARS!!!!
    Use a swab to gentle clean it. You could damage the ears and cause terrible issues with the dogs health!

  4. @cpmrealty on May 31, 2025 at 12:34 pm

    Thank you. Worked really well. appreciated!

  5. @Rottierumble21 on May 31, 2025 at 12:34 pm

    I pack a couple cotton balls in the ear before I squirt the solution in. That way my dog doesn’t try to eat me. Makes it way more comfortable for both of us.

  6. @dossiejarman3952 on May 31, 2025 at 12:34 pm

    Thank you

  7. @denavancelaymon1290 on May 31, 2025 at 12:35 pm

    What is the ratio of water to apple cider vinegar? I’m a Texas girl with a German Shepherd who won’t quit itching his ears. I really hope this works! Thanks from Scout & Dena ❤

  8. @Hannah_7777 on May 31, 2025 at 12:36 pm

    Thank you for your advice

  9. @ChrisT-il6nb on May 31, 2025 at 12:37 pm

    What’s the ratio mix

  10. @weplaytowin on May 31, 2025 at 12:38 pm

    Yeah he gives this advice and guess where people will follow up when it causes an infection? That’s going to cost a lot more than a $25 ear wash.

  11. @bonnieiverson8828 on May 31, 2025 at 12:39 pm

    Tu

  12. @allisonmarsiglio9699 on May 31, 2025 at 12:41 pm

    What do you suggest for perfume? I despise the smell of ACV lol! Are essential oils safe? My ECGR is super uncomfortable these days!

  13. @ttvbitts05 on May 31, 2025 at 12:42 pm

    can u use tap water

  14. @justkateweidner on May 31, 2025 at 12:43 pm

    Imma thank you for it! 🙏

  15. @lacyrackley9890 on May 31, 2025 at 12:44 pm

    I’m sure this has been asked and answered, but I didn’t see the answer anywhere! How much apple cider vinegar and how much water? Half and half? I hope this helps! I give my guy Benedryl but it a lot of negative side effects. Thanks!!

  16. @BeaverZer0 on May 31, 2025 at 12:46 pm

    My dog has some redness on the exterior portion of the inner ear, and is shaking his head. I assume this is the outer infection I have read about probably.
    This would be the way to deal with this I assume or should I be taking it to a vet?
    It wasn’t red a few days ago so it’s fresh, but he is experiencing discomfort.

  17. @maryhall9251 on May 31, 2025 at 12:48 pm

    Will that work on their feet also

  18. @Perfectpeace7 on May 31, 2025 at 12:52 pm

    This works.

  19. @leigharmstrong9940 on May 31, 2025 at 12:53 pm

    Alls you gotta do! Love it so much. I had graduated college before I learned Alls isn’t a word. I argued with my mom forever & now I LOVE it when I hear it. But YES. Thanks for the ear tips, the Alls was just fun.🫶🏼

  20. @annanderson9523 on May 31, 2025 at 12:54 pm

    I’m glad I found this channel. Was wandering, can I use distilled vinegar?

  21. @Nalaoflightangelen on May 31, 2025 at 12:55 pm

    Thank you from Pensacola,fla nala will be very happy❤

  22. @garethnewman7145 on May 31, 2025 at 12:55 pm

    Did I miss the ratio or did you go 50/ 50?

  23. @nancyglynn2719 on May 31, 2025 at 12:57 pm

    Thank you

  24. @ledremcco on May 31, 2025 at 12:58 pm

    Will apple cider and vinegar help a yorkie that has been having chronic ear infections for years? If so, how many drops should I put in the ear and for how long? And is it just apple cider and vinegar only? Thanks

  25. @dawndrew8313 on May 31, 2025 at 12:58 pm

    Doodle has been driving us crazy farm spray is a fail…thanks!

  26. @uiscestudio on May 31, 2025 at 12:59 pm

    Use 1:1 Ratio Water to Apple Cider Vinegar

  27. @AMTliteraturevideos-ri1cs on May 31, 2025 at 1:00 pm

    Will this dry quickly, even diluted with water? I’m wondering if it can be used after a bath, in case water got in his ears. Thank you!

  28. @Medjugoriemiss on May 31, 2025 at 1:00 pm

    Thank you from Scotland.

  29. @BoSlowEnglish on May 31, 2025 at 1:00 pm

    How often do you recommend to do this? I put a couple of drops in my dog’s ear and wiped it and she enjoyed the experience 😊thank you!

  30. @JamesWhited-w2r on May 31, 2025 at 1:02 pm

    Thanks old buddy

  31. @kandus4117 on May 31, 2025 at 1:04 pm

    What are the ratios of vinegar/water please?

  32. @RoyB327 on May 31, 2025 at 1:04 pm

    I drank this 6 months ago and haven’t had any itching problems 🤷🤔🤦❤️

  33. @aurasantacruz5587 on May 31, 2025 at 1:06 pm

    Dear Doctor, I am vet, I really appreciate your tip, congratulations and best regards

  34. @BA._.146 on May 31, 2025 at 1:06 pm

    Can I put this in their water or food because my dog won’t let me touch their ear

  35. @LolLol-qs6ck on May 31, 2025 at 1:06 pm

    What are these bottles called? I’m trying to find a similar one that’s pointy so I can put it right in the ear

  36. @kitten_processing_inc4415 on May 31, 2025 at 1:08 pm

    Clyde is a great name for a Southern dog ❤

  37. @angelmoreno1942 on May 31, 2025 at 1:09 pm

    Thank you for your help today 😊

  38. @gailm9543 on May 31, 2025 at 1:10 pm

    It would be nice to know how much water and how much apple cider vinegar

  39. @jaesomrkt on May 31, 2025 at 1:11 pm

    My dogs ear is already red and raw in some places, is it still safe to use the vinegar when she’s at that point of having raw spots ?

  40. @frenchie1132 on May 31, 2025 at 1:12 pm

    Thank you from Bermuda, a very humid island – My Doberman with long ears has had many times itchy ears and your remedy has been saving me hundreds of bucks as the visit alone is $100.00 and the meds about $50.00 f (everything imported)- my girl is so relieved !

  41. @BobFrederick-b9z on May 31, 2025 at 1:16 pm

    Does the apple cider vinegar kill bacteria in the ear or is it just for yeast infection?

  42. @kalenweaver1984 on May 31, 2025 at 1:16 pm

    ratio of water to apple cider vinegar?!? What kind of

  43. @M.C.Blackwell on May 31, 2025 at 1:18 pm

    Thank you! We have an itchy ear today so this is what we’ll try

  44. @bklynn6218 on May 31, 2025 at 1:19 pm

    Thank you Dr Smith for making this very simple ❤🎉

  45. @Lelliana1985 on May 31, 2025 at 1:23 pm

    Thank you. My dog has itchy ears but are clean besides normal wax and he loves it when I rub his ears especially where the canal is. I can tell something is bothering him. I’ll give this a try. ❤

  46. @K9.racing on May 31, 2025 at 1:23 pm

    Great video mate

  47. @karennast1035 on May 31, 2025 at 1:23 pm

    What is the ratio water to apple cider vinegar

  48. @caseyarnold8447 on May 31, 2025 at 1:24 pm

    Clyde is my sons name. I love his name

  49. @NicoleA-ur4hp on May 31, 2025 at 1:25 pm

    Perfect thank you!

  50. @paulawloe7743 on May 31, 2025 at 1:27 pm

    Doc Smith, thank you and God bless you!!!
    If I were in middle Tennessee I would surely bring my baby to you, Plus, Of course this is your livelihood, however, It’s obvious that you’re not working only for the money. It’s from your heart, for the Pets, and for the owners! 💕
    Paula in Chas, SC

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