Unpopular opinion ahead!
A lot of groomers and dog owners recommend using cotton balls in your dog's or cat's ears to keep water out and prevent infections. But before you argue with me, do one thing: take a cotton ball and drip some water on it.
We all know they're great for absorbing nail polish remover, but they aren't a waterproof seal, they're more like a sponge. They drip. So when you put one in your dog's ear and a drop of water lands on it, you’re not blocking moisture, you're basically funneling it straight into the ear canal.
In my opinion, it's better to just be really careful about how you spray or rinse around the head. Pay attention, go slow, and avoid directing water toward the ears altogether. Plus, let's be honest: cotton balls get forgotten. And if everyone in the dog's life misses it, you're left with a bigger problem than the one you tried to prevent.
It just makes sense to test an idea before putting it into practice, especially when it comes to our pets. Sometimes the “trick” everyone swears by doesn’t hold up to a simple check.
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