In the last few weeks, I have come across a great deal of dogs suffering from itchy ears and chronic infections, so I thought I would post a recipe that has helped our dogs for the last 3 years without fail! As soon as we see some redness or notice the pugs are itching, usually one treatment of this natural solution takes away the problem. This recipe was handed down to me by one of the great people at Pugalug Pug Rescue, along with the below testimonials, but I can say with great confidence that this solution should rid you of the most chronic ear problems!!
- 16 Oz. Isopropyl Alcohol
- 4 Tablespoons Boric Acid Powder
- 16 Drops Gentian Violet Solution 1%
Mix in a bottle and shake well (every time you use it). I apply with an eye dropper into the ear canal, massage gently for 60 seconds and wipe with a tissue. Apply a second time, wipe with a tissue and leave alone without massage. The dog will shake out the excess, which can be wiped with a tissue.
Schedule:
Treat twice a day for 1-2 weeks depending upon severity of ears
Treat once a day for the next 1-2 weeks
Treat once month (or even less frequently as needed)
The solution appears to work well on any and all ear problems from mites to wax to canker. After the 2nd or 3rd day you can clean out the ear GENTLY with a Q-tip or cotton balls. The success rate for this treatment is 95-99%. Those who do not succeed have usually not done the treatment long enough or have not been regular about it.
Dogs on the verge of ear canal surgery have been returned to normal with only the regular follow-up treatment to keep the ear healthy. If an infection seems to be remaining in the treated ear after the above course of treatment, you may also have some Pseudomonas bacteria in the site. This can be eradicated by using a gentle flush of raw apple cider vinegar and water (warm). Use 2 tablespoons of vinegar to one cup of water, 2 x per week.
They have found the Blue Power Solution to be effective for treating fungus-type infections on the feet and elsewhere on the dog, for cuts on dogs or people and for hot spots. You may find other uses for this simple anti-infective agent. Remember it is for external use only and be careful not to get into the eyes."
"Kim-Soo has had chronic ear infections for years and I've tried just about everything on the market (from the vet too). The only thing that works for her is Blue Powder Solution. If the ears are sore or irritated, do not use as it will sting. Most dogs will not object to even the first treatment. The Boric Acid Powder soothes the ear. The Gentian Violet is an anti-infection agent. Be careful where you do it - preferably outside - as it stains fabrics and white cupboards, etc.!"
