1. Cleaning the Ears
Mrs. Salvati

2. Anatomy Ear Flap – Pinna Vertical Canal Horizontal Canal
Ear drum – end of horizontal canal

3. Healthy Ear Outside has fur Inside pink healthy color
Some black/brown dirt is normal

4. Ear Problems Ear Mites Parasites in ear Ear Infections
Caused by pathogens
Hair in ear canal

5. Materials needed
Cotton
Otic (ear) Cleaner
Q-tips
Gauze pads

6. Steps Have materials ready
Pet animal, observe body language as you touch ear
Evaluate inside of ear
Apply small amount (moist) of solution to cotton (more if dirty)
Clean tip of vertical canal and pinna, scoop out dirt and wax
Use new cotton every time it is dirty
Clean until cotton comes up clean
Use q-tip for crevices if they are dirty
Clean up after yourself

7. Safety Only clean where you can see
Ears are very sensitive, especially
If infected. Observe body language
Wash hands after

8. Name: _____________________
What is the ear flap known as? ____________________________
What does a healthy ear look like? _________________________
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What are ear mites? _____________________________________
What part of the ear do you clean? _________________________
How far down in the ear can you clean? ______________________
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