EPI-OTIC Ear Cleaner has been How to use Epi-Otic specially formulated for dogs and cats. Cleaning Technique (for each ear in turn) 1. Apply a few millilitres of EPI-OTIC into the ear canal. 2. Distribute the cleaner in the ear canal by gently massaging the vertical canal. This is the large solid tube that lies just below the entrance of the canal. Massage gently for 10-20 seconds, to ensure good cleaning of the vertical and horizontal ear canals. 3. Gently massage the fluid up the ear canal and remove excess fluid with clean cotton wool at the entrance of the canal. Also, clean the inside of the ear flap. 4. Repeat until the excess fluid no longer looks dirty. You can now clean the other ear. 2 1 3 Tips Do not use cotton buds in a pets ears. Be gentle when massaging the ear canal, especially if the ear is painful. Frequency In order to maintain healthy ears for your cat or dog, it would be advised to clean your pet’s ears at least once a month. Your pet will enjoy the special care and attention, and you will notice how positively it responds to you massaging its ears. If your pet has an ear condition, you should clean its ears twice a week, or daily if very severe (please seek advice from your vet). For information on EPI-OTIC please contact: Virbac Ltd. Woolpit Business Park, Windmill Avenue, Woolpit, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk IP30 9UP Tel: 01359 243243 Fax: 01359 243200 What to look out for before and whilst checking your pets’ ears: - Shaking head uncontrollably or more often than usual. - A constantly moist ear. - An unpleasant smell (this could indicate a more serious problem) - Wax, dirt or redness in and around the ear canal. - Fleas, mites and ticks. (normally a dark, waxy substance will indicate the presence of these) If you notice any of these symptoms, please consult your vet. Left untreated, these can become more severe and lead to further problems. Epi-Otic Ear Cleansing The thought of having to clean your pet’s ears can be rather daunting, especially if it won’t sit still for very long! Your pet’s ears can, like human ears, gather dirt and wax, which in turn can attract ear mites and eventually cause them pain. Keeping your pet’s ears clean is the best way to prevent such health hazards. Epi-Otic is designed to make cleaning your cat or dog’s ears simple and hassle-free. Its unique formula will flush out the ear completely, removing dirt and wax, and providing a protective coating, which will help to stop further bacteria from clinging to the surface. Regular use of Epi-Otic will help to keep your pets ears clean and healthy. Both soothing and gentle, Epi-Otic has been tested to fulfil the European Cosmetic Standard and is classified as a non-irritant. Its mild formula has a physiological pH of 7.6, which means it is non-acidic. EPI-OTIC Ear Cleaner has been specially formulated for dogs and cats.