Some ear and coat cleaning tips
Keeping a clean muzzle is possible, but it takes a little work. I highly recommend beginning this regimen after a fresh haircut so your’re trying to keep a clean muzzle as opposed to trying to lighten an already stained mug.
Mix equal parts of Dawn, hydrogen peroxide, and shampoo for gray hair – I send Jim into Sally’s Beauty Supply and they seem to know what my silver haired hubby needs.
Put this mixture on and leave it for 5-10 minutes, trying to keep the dog from licking too much. Winston and I cave at about 3 minutes.
Know that the bacteria in their saliva causes the staining and you’re going to see more in the summer no matter what – this magic solution does help though. I use it all over for sproodles with lots of white hair.
My newest ear treatment for Winston – Mr. Gunky Ears
Herbal Ear Wash from Twinkle & Company is that adorable enough? It’s got Witch Hazel, apple cider vinegar, and colloidal silver – sounds good to me. I found a recipe for an ear cleaner that cocker spaniel breeders swear by, however, it contains alcohol and boric acid – both sound like they’d hurt my Winston’s ears. I’m trying Twinkle & Company – I’ll let you know.