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Originally Posted by s13silviagirl  You can use the clamps (forget what they are called) that clamp down and lock together. Twist and pull the hair out. Or, use your fingers. It isnt a comfortable thing for them, and your baby might squirm and yelp, but it needs to be done. |
they are called hemostats, and sometimes forceps.
I have never pulled the hair out of my dogs ears, and have never had a problem. If one did become prone to infections, then I would start doing it. Meanwhile, I go by the theory, "if it's not broke, don't fix it". It seems like a cruel thing to do if it is unnecessary.