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I'll give this a go! She's sometimes a bit funny about having her ears touched but if she allows it the rubs should help without her knowing
it also helps work some of the dirt towards the outer ear (and you will get grubby thumbs, so wash your hands!)
All good. Anything to help her comfort.
I rang the vet and they're not too fussed and told me not to do the antibiotic drops. So I think I'll monitor, do gentle ear rubs and the occasional wash to dislodge the spuds. And if there's any discomfort she goes in for a swab