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Reply To: Help for an older Lab with skin, hip/joint, and weight issues?

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crazy4cats
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Who knows? Maybe the dog will still need surgery. But, losing weight would be a good start. If you do go the swimming route, make sure to dry his ears afterwards really well. Even try to keep them folded back for a while. I think mine look really cute when I do this. LOL! I also try to check their ears regularly and clean them with Zymox ear cleaner if necessary. If they already have an infection, you probably will need a prescription to clean them out.

Labs are notorious for ear issues. Especially, if they like the water!