Ears can be cleaned with a variety of different ear cleaners available at your local pet store or rubbing alcohol mixed half and half with white vinegar work well too. The mouthwash Listerine can be a good aid to freshen the ears. A cotton ball or a make-up remover pad work very well to use with the ear cleaner as they will prevent you from going too far into the ear. You can also purchase ear wipes or just use baby wipes.

The area under the eyes can become quite stained if not cleaned regularly. The hair should be kept clipped away from the eyes (done at the groomer). Take a cotton ball dampened with hydrogen peroxide and wipe under the eyes daily. Eye wipes can be bought at the pet store or baby wipes work well too. Bottled water or filtered water will help prevent staining as well. Using a small animal water bottle instead of a bowl for drinking will keep the face dry.

Eye injuries are common in short-faced, large-eyed breeds, and require immediate veterinary attention. If your dog’s eye is red, or if it is squinting or pawing at one eye, take it to the vet at once.