As we have seen on other occasions, when our cat suffers from otitis, or some kind of disease in your ears, it is important that we treat them as soon as possible to prevent them from becoming chronic. However, in order for the ear drops and ear treatments that will fight infection to do their job, the ear canal must be very clean, free of any earwax or other contaminants.
Although we can consult with the veterinarian to recommend some type of solution to clean cat ears Those who suffer from otitis, there are also homemade preparations that can give very good results. A preparation that is quite effective in these cases is the one that is prepared with equal parts of povidone iodine and medicated hydrogen peroxide, plus the addition of a few drops of alcohol.
The best thing about this is that you can do it yourself and with products that we usually have at home. In this case, the peroxide It will be in charge of disinfecting at the same time as it removes earwax, scabs, etc., since as it forms bubbles it mechanically removes contaminants. On the other hand, povidone iodine is an excellent disinfectant that kills bacteria, and finally alcohol loosens the earwax.
But how should it be applied correctly? Once you have the solution ready, you should apply it In the form of a jet under pressure, trying not to make it too strong, you can use a syringe without a needle. Once applied, gently massage the ears for a few seconds and remove with cotton. You should repeat this same procedure until the ear is very clean and then if you apply the ear drops recommended by the specialist.