How can i take off the dry drool buildup from the edge of a basset hound's ears...?

3AjaMarissaAshley3 · Mar 18th 2013, 6:20pm

I have a basset hound and i bathe him regularly, but he has a build up off his drool that is pretty much caked on the edge of his ears. If I try to just take it off, it will take off hair and some skin... any way to take off that crud with out having to hurt him...?

A-m-y · Mar 18th 2013, 6:20pm

try holding him and putting his ear in a bowl with warm water and work you finger on his ear to try and loosen the stuff up as much as possible

1441 · Mar 18th 2013, 6:38pm

Basset hounds are known 'droolers' so you have to bear on this one characteristic of your dog. Just try to clean it up by swabbing a clean piece of cloth or cotton with water. drooling is something that's genetic to this breed.http://dogtime.com/dog-breeds/basset-hound/breed-highlights

Memphis Belle Make N Mischief · Mar 18th 2013, 6:56pm

i would get a warm wash cloth and just sit on the floor with him and kinda hold the washcloth on his ear for a few mins while you rub his belly and maybe give him some treats so he gets to know this as a fun activity you can do often.

2htoohorse · Mar 18th 2013, 7:14pm

I like to use a rubber curry or a Zoom Groom.