English Explanatory Dictionary

ear plucking

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The process of removing excess hair from the inside of a dog's ear canal, typically using tweezers or hemostats, to improve airflow and prevent moisture buildup and potential ear infections; controversial, as some believe it can cause microscopic tears, leading to infection, while others maintain it is necessary for breeds with dense ear hair like poodles and schnauzers.

Word forms

ear plucking ear pluckings

Etymology

From ear + plucking.

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