For head shaking, ear scratching and that smell

Rated 4.9/5 by dog parents

Cleaner ears. Less scratching. One easy minute a week.

Most owners wait for the smell. But wax and moisture build up before you notice them. ClearEars makes it easy to clean your dog’s ears before they start bothering them.

  • Loosens wax and debris wipes can miss
  • A quick weekly routine—no digging in the ear
  • Alcohol-free and made for gentle routine care
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Try the routine for 30 days. If it isn’t a better fit, get your money back.

Dog relaxing beside its owner holding the ear rinse bottle
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What most dog owners don’t know

Healthy ears are not wax-free. They manage wax before it builds up.

Five facts that make ear care much easier to understand:

  • Ear wax is not dirt

    A little wax is normal. It helps trap dust and debris. The problem starts when more collects than the ear can clear.

  • Smell usually comes later

    Wax and moisture can collect before there is a strong odor. Waiting for the smell means waiting for buildup.

  • Floppy ears hold more moisture

    Less airflow means damp ears stay damp longer—especially after swimming or a bath.

  • Dogs often tell you before you can see it

    Repeated scratching, head shaking or pulling away can appear before visible buildup catches your attention.

  • More cleaning is not always better

    Cleaning too often can irritate the ear. The goal is not constant cleaning. It is checking often and cleaning when needed.

The easiest buildup to clean is the buildup you never let sit for weeks.

Why nothing has worked yet

A dog’s ear is not a straight tube.

The canal bends. Material can sit where your finger and a surface wipe cannot safely reach. That is why wiping the visible flap does not always solve the problem:

  • Cotton pads & wipes

    They clean what you can see. The buildup causing the smell sits where wipes can't reach — and gets pushed deeper.

  • Waiting for the next groom

    A monthly clean leaves a long gap. Dogs that swim or have floppy ears may need attention more often.

  • Using alcohol or peroxide

    These can irritate sensitive ear canals. One uncomfortable clean can make the next one much harder.

  • Waiting for a stronger smell

    Odor is a late reminder. Routine checks help you notice wax before ear care becomes a bigger job.

Clean before the ear becomes uncomfortable

ClearEars turns ear care into a short, repeatable routine instead of an occasional deep-clean battle.

  • Loosens wax so your dog can shake it toward the surface
  • No cotton swabs or digging inside the ear canal
  • Alcohol-free formula for gentle routine use
  • Helps remove odor-causing buildup instead of covering the smell
Ear rinse bottle in focus while an owner cleans a calm dog’s ear
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Ear rinse bottle and cotton round beside a relaxed dog

Meet ClearEars™

Do not wait until a small clean becomes a big one.

Ear care only works when it’s easy enough to repeat. ClearEars loosens wax and debris without alcohol or an overpowering fragrance.

Apply it, massage the base of the ear, let your dog shake, then wipe only what comes to the surface. No digging. No complicated routine.

  • Alcohol-free formula

    Made for routine cleaning without the harsh ingredients many owners worry about.

  • Loosens what wipes miss

    Massage helps move softened wax toward the outside, where you can wipe it away safely.

  • Removes odor-causing buildup

    Clean ears—not perfume covering the smell.

  • Made for routine care

    Alcohol-free and simple enough to keep using.

One bottle = about 3 months of weekly cleaning

The routine

Pour. Massage. Let them shake. Wipe.

If your dog is unsure at first, go slowly and reward each step. The routine itself is simple:

  1. Owner applying ear rinse at the opening of a dog’s ear

    Apply

    10 seconds

    A few drops in the ear. The formula starts loosening buildup on contact — no digging required.

  2. Owner gently massaging the base of a dog’s ear

    Massage

    20 seconds

    Massage the base of the ear. This is the part dogs lean into — and it works the rinse through.

  3. Owner wiping the visible outer part of a dog’s ear

    Wipe

    30 seconds

    Let them shake, wipe away what surfaces. The wax, the smell — out, not deeper in.

That’s it. A short weekly routine that keeps ear care from becoming a big event.

Clean when it is easy—not when the smell forces you to.

Check their ears each week. When they need cleaning, ClearEars turns it into one simple minute—not a buildup battle weeks later.

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From the pack

What easier ear care looks like at home.

Rated 4.9 out of 5 by dog parents

  • 2,300+happy pets
  • 4.9/5average rating
  • 93%would buy again
  • 60 secweekly routine
Customer cleaning a relaxed dog’s ear at home
Waffles has floppy ears, and I used to wait until they smelled before cleaning them. Doing this every Sunday is much easier. He still dislikes the first squeeze, but the massage is no problem.
Dana K.& Waffles, Cocker SpanielClearEars hooman · 6 weeks
Customer massaging a Cocker Spaniel’s ear
Bruno used to leave as soon as he saw the ear wipes. With this, I apply it, massage, and let him shake. We are normally finished before he gets impatient.
Mia R.& Bruno, French BulldogClearEars hooman · 3 weeks
Dog sitting beside an ear rinse bottle and cotton round
The first clean was messy because I used too much. By the second week we had the routine right. Her ears now smell clean, and I am not waiting for the groomer anymore.
Josh T.& Pepper, Lab mixClearEars hooman · 2 months

Compare it yourself

Why this instead of what you already tried.

ClearEars™ Wipes & padsHarsh drops
Reaches below the surfaceSometimes
Gentle, no-sting formula
Made for a repeatable routine
Dogs stay relaxedUsually
Cost per weekAbout $1 $2–3 $2+

Wipes are fine for quick surface touch-ups — we keep some around too. ClearEars is for the buildup underneath: the part that causes the smell and the scratching.

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Before you order

The questions every dog parent asks first.

Something else on your mind? Ask a real hooman.

How often should I use it?

For routine care, start once a week and follow the label. Dogs who swim or have floppy ears may need a different schedule—your vet can help if buildup returns quickly.

My dog hates having their ears touched. Will this work?

This is the most common question we get — and the reason ClearEars exists. No sting and no cold shock means no fear memory. Most "impossible" dogs settle into the routine by week two or three. If yours doesn't, the guarantee covers you.

What if my dog’s ears look red or painful?

Then see your vet first — red, swollen or painful ears need a professional, not a product. ClearEars is everyday care for healthy ears. Once your vet gives the all-clear, the weekly routine helps keep you from ending up back there.

Is it okay for puppies?

Yes — puppies over 12 weeks. Honestly, the earlier the better: a puppy that learns ear handling is normal saves you a decade of wrestling.

How long does a bottle last?

For most dogs, one bottle provides roughly three months of weekly care. Exact use varies by ear size and how often you clean.

What if it doesn’t work for us?

Use it as directed and give the routine a fair try. If ClearEars isn’t a better fit, contact us within 30 days for a refund under the guarantee.

My dog seems fine. Do I actually need this?

If there's no head shaking, no smell and no scratching — great, you're early. That's the cheapest time to start: a weekly rinse keeps ears that way, and most owners we hear from wish they'd started before the symptoms, not after.

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Try a better ear routine for 30 days.

Use ClearEars as directed. If the routine isn’t easier or you’re not happy with your purchase, contact us within 30 days for a refund.

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