Ear infections in dogs are painful and uncomfortable. Some pet parents try to treat them with Monistat, but there’s a product that’s far superior and that supports total ear health.
No dog parent wants to see their pooch in pain, but ear infections are a common issue dogs face that cause itching and discomfort. Some dog parents treat them with Monistat, which has others asking, “Does Monistat really work?” While Monistat can help with some ear infections in dogs, it’s not effective against all of them. What’s more, there’s a better solution! Let’s learn more about dog ear infections and the best way to treat them.
Why Do Dogs Get Ear Infections?
Ear infections typically happen because of an overgrowth of bacteria or fungi (yeast) in the ear. Dogs with long, floppy ears tend to get them the most frequently, but they can affect any breed. Dogs have a vertical ear canal that forms an L-shape that can hold fluid, which can easily lead to bacterial and fungal growth. Beyond that, other things contribute to ear infections in dogs, including:
- Regular swimming or going in the water
- Allergies that cause itching and scratching
- Ear mites
- Weak immune system
- Low thyroid function
- Tumors or polyps
- Foreign objects in the ear
Signs and Symptoms of Ear Infections in Dogs
Some of the most common signs include head shaking/tilting and scratching the ears. You might also notice brown discharge and often a foul odor, especially like corn chips. Other things to look out for include:
- Heat, redness, and swelling around the ear
- Crusting or scabbing
- Hair loss around the ears
- Loss of balance
- Unusual eye movements
Some Dog Parents Use Monistat for Ear Infections. Does It Work?
Monistat is an over-the-counter yeast infection cream for humans that some pet parents use to treat yeast infections in a dog’s ear. When caused by yeast, the active ingredient in Monistat, miconazole nitrate, does have the potential to fight an ear infection, but it’s not an antibacterial product and won’t help ear infections caused by bacteria. Nor does it support overall ear health,
Despite its potential to treat your dog’s yeast ear infection, Monistat has drawbacks. For starters, you must combine it with hydrocortisone cream to alleviate excessive itchiness or scratching. What’s more, the solution has a greasy consistency, and you must apply it regularly for at least a week. Finally, using Monistat for ear infections is more expensive than another, more effective, solution.
Banixx Pet Care Spray Is the Ultimate Solution for Ear Infections in Dogs!
Banixx Pet Care Spray is a safe, effective, non-toxic alternative that can help control ear infections and support ear health. The powerful yet gentle solution has a slightly acidic pH that repels bacterial and yeast/fungal infections without steroids or antibiotics. It’s cost effective, easy to use, doesn’t burn or sting, and can address bacterial and fungal skin and ear issues beyond ear infections.
To use Banixx Pet Care, moisten a cotton ball with the spray and gently apply it to the opening of the ear. Hold it there until the ear is moist and then massage your dog’s ear. Repeat two or three times daily for relief and good ear hygiene.
If you don’t see improvement after a few days of treatment, don’t delay! Call your veterinarian. Untreated ear infections can lead to hearing loss, deafness, and subsequent infections.
Jane DeMeulemester is co-owner of Banixx. Jane and her husband Robert own and operate the business in Pinehurst, NC. Jane is in charge of the Digital Marketing Department which includes multiple blog posts about the health and wellbeing of dogs, cats and horses. Jane and Robert own a farm in nearby Southern Pines which houses multiple cats, dogs and horses In her spare time she trains and competes her two horses in the discipline of Eventing.
Banixx has been making top quality, non-toxic pet-care products since 2006. All Banixx products are produced in the USA and bottled using only American-made components. Chosen by Horse Journal as the “Top Product Of The Year,” Banixx products fight infections associated with wounds, fungus, rain rot, ringworm, hot spots, dog ear infections, scratches (mud fever), abscesses, thrush, white line disease, bacterial and fungal infections, and secondary infections from bug bites and itches. Banixx is recommended by Veterinarians as a top-quality, affordable product. It’s available online or in your favorite feed or chain store. To learn more, visit Banixx.com.
