Smelly pet? Check the ears

"My dog was bathed only a few days ago, so why the smell?" Very often the smell is coming from the ears.

Four signs it's more than "doggy smell"

• The smell doesn't go away, or gets stronger
• Black, brown or yellow discharge inside the ear
• Frequent head shaking or scratching at the ears
• Red or swollen ears, or your pet pulls away when you touch them (they may hurt)

Don't dig in with a cotton bud

When ears look dirty, many owners reach for a cotton bud or any ear drops they can buy. A dog's ear canal is shaped differently from ours, so a cotton bud can push dirt deeper or even injure the canal.

The safest approach is to find the cause first, then decide how to clean. If you're unsure, have a vet check, or WhatsApp us for a chat.