Cure your dog’s ear infections & soothe irritation from home

Talk to a vet today to get treatment and a prescription with a 10-minute video call. Plans start at $11/mo.

  • Same-day access to licensed vets
  • Unlimited video calls & messaging
  • Free prescription delivery
  • Our vets can treat 95% of ear issues

What can we help your pet with?

How to spot and treat dog ear issues

Learn what causes dog ear issues and what to do about it.

Symptoms

Some very common symptoms your dog might exhibit if they are experiencing ear issues include:

-Shaking of head
-Unpleasant odor
-Redness of the skin
-Excessive ear scratching
-Swelling
-Unusual discharge from the ear
-Scaly skin

Causes

A number of factors can spark ear infections in dogs. Those include:

-Allergic reaction
-Parasite infestation
-Invasive foreign object in ear
-Genetic predisposition

Cleaning your dog’s ears

To clean your dog’s ears, follow these steps:

-Gather real cotton balls and a vet-approved ear cleaning solution
-Fill your dog’s ear canal with cleaner and gently massage around the base of the ear
-Allow your dog to vigorously shake their head and remove all of the solution from their ears
-Use the cotton balls to wipe out the waxy debris from the ears.
-Repeat steps 2, 3, and 4 several times until no further waxy debris is found on the cotton balls.

How can I prevent dog ear issues?

The best way to prevent ear infections in your dog is through prevention and identifying the root cause of the ear issues. Examine your dog’s ears on a regular basis, checking for inflammation, redness, discoloration, or unusual discharge. Schedule a visit with a top-rated Dutch vet to talk through ways to ensure your dog’s ears remain healthy by identifying and treating any root causes that could be contributing to your dog’s ear issues.

How virtual vet care with Dutch works

Save time and money on vet care

No hidden fees, no surprise bills. Just one low cost for a year of vet care.

Annual

$11
/mo
Billed $132 yearly
  • Unlimited vet calls & messaging
  • Custom Rx treatment plans
  • Same-day vet calls
  • Covers up to 5 pets
  • 20% off flea & tick
  • $25 off a product order

Frequently asked questions

With Dutch, you’re never alone when it comes to your pet’s health. Whether your pet needs care or you just have a question, our compassionate and knowledgeable vets are always happy to help.

Here are some ways you can use Dutch:

  • Care & prescriptions for over 150 issues
  • Behavioral health, nutrition, and exercise advice
  • Puppy, kitten, and new pet parent advice
  • Preventive care plans
  • Night and weekend vet care
  • Second opinions & follow-up care after in-person visits
  • Advice on whether you need to go to the ER or urgent care
  • Vet care when you’re traveling
  • Easy prescription refills
  • Longevity treatment plans 
  • Answers to non-urgent questions

You and your pet will have a 10-minute video call with a licensed veterinarian. Here’s what to expect:

Before the call

When booking the call online, you'll be asked a few questions about your pet. Depending on the issue, you may need to fill out a longer questionnaire about their symptoms or share photographs of them so our veterinarians can better understand what’s going on. You’ll then pick an appointment time. Make sure your pet will be with you at that time — the vet will need to see them on the call.

During the video call

One of our vets will talk to you about the symptoms your pet is experiencing, ask you questions, review your pet’s medical history if you’ve provided it, look at your pet on camera, and answer any questions you have. They may ask you to perform some simple checks on your pet, like raising their gums, if needed.

After the call

The vet will send you a message with a custom treatment plan to help your pet feel better, including a link to buy any recommended prescription or over-the-counter medications. Place your order and we’ll ship it free. If you have any questions, you can message your vet anytime or book another appointment with the same vet to follow up.

Our vets can provide care and prescriptions for more than 150 issues — and over 90% of cases can be treated virtually. 

The vet can diagnose your pet based on your description of their symptoms, their medical history, seeing them during your video call, and, if needed, through uploaded photos and videos. They may ask you to do a few simple checks during the call. We also offer a number of at-home lab test kits for dogs and cats.

The health and safety of pets is our top priority. In the rare case that a vet determines a pet needs to go to a local clinic, they’ll provide a referral and offer advice on how to care for them until they can be seen. 

Some things that require in-person care include emergencies, wounds that need stitches, and issues that require blood work, imaging (X-rays or ultrasounds), or surgery.

Our vets are always available for second opinions and follow-up care after in-person vet visits — so you don’t have to navigate health issues alone.

Our memberships are designed to make your pet’s care as easy and affordable as possible. Here’s how your costs will break down:

Membership: You can choose to pay the total price upfront or in 4 installments. All memberships include unlimited care for up to 5 pets at no extra cost.

Vet calls and messaging: No cost — video chat and message with vets as often as you need for free.

Medication: The price will vary depending on your pet’s needs. To keep your costs down, we offer a price-match guarantee, free standard shipping, $25 off your first product order, and 20% off your first flea & tick order.

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