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Hairy Ear Canals - To Pluck or Not to Pluck?

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    July 31, 2018 12:54 PM EDT

    Ear infections are commonly encountered in dogs and beyond the surface and look of things, it's important to remember that there are a number of predisposing, primary, and perpetuating factors that can cause otitis externa and media.

    Hairy ear canals are one possible cause of otitis. To pluck or not to pluck? That's the question! In this Pet Health Pearl for Pennies, veterinary dermatology expert Dr. Karen Helton-Rhodes talks about hairy ear canals and her thoughts about plucking them.

    Running time: 3 mins

    Fee: 99¢