To Pluck or Not to Pluck: A Look at Ear Hair in Dogs
Let’s talk about ear hair in dogs. Should you pluck it or leave it alone? Well, I’m in the camp that believes you should let it be. Personally, I do not pluck the hair in my dogs’ or puppies’ ears. Why? Because I feel it serves a purpose.
The hair in a dog’s ear canal offers protection, much like the hair in our noses provides a barrier. Just like we wouldn’t go around removing all of our nose hair (no matter how much we dislike it), we shouldn’t pluck out the hair that’s naturally protecting a dog’s sensitive ears. Who knows, maybe without that hair, every sound would be amplified, making things way too loud for them. I don’t think God makes mistakes, and if He put the hair there, it’s probably for a good reason. So, why mess with what nature intended?
Are We Creating Problems?
Sometimes, I think we create our own problems by interfering with things that don’t need fixing. Take my own experience as an example. Years ago, doctors wanted to remove my gallbladder. They told me I didn’t need it. Well, that didn’t sit right with me. I kept thinking, “If I don’t need it, why do I have it?” So, I held onto my gallbladder, and guess what? Many years later, I’m perfectly fine. If you ever find yourself in a similar situation, I’d be happy to share how I avoided surgery and kept things natural.
How Often Should You Clean a Dog’s Ears?
Now, when it comes to ear cleaning, moderation is key. I recommend cleaning your dog’s ears only once a month. Any more frequent than that, and you risk irritating their ears, causing them to scratch and possibly make things worse. We need to remember that dogs are not people; their bodies work differently, and they don’t need constant intervention from us.
So, whether it’s leaving the ear hair intact or being mindful of how often you clean their ears, sometimes the best thing you can do for your dog is to just let them be a dog.
