How Do You Use Boric Acid As A Fungicide With Pets?
According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), “boric acid, borax and boron-containing salts are ubiquitous in the environment.” The National Pesticide Information Center considers boric acid to be very low to low in toxicity, but it can still cause harmful effects, and should not be ingested by humans or pets. Boric acid solutions are often used as a fungicide to treat fungal ear infections in dogs and cats. Always consult with your veterinarian before trying at-home remedies for dog or cat ear infections. Purchase a fungicidal ear cleaner containing boric acid that is made specifically for use in dogs’ and/or cats’ ears (depending upon the species of the pet being treated). The American Academy of Veterinary Dermatology recommends DermaPet MalAcetic Otic AP. Read the directions on the bottle. Follow your veterinarian’s instructions or the guidelines on the bottle for frequency of use. Wear gloves and eye protection. This will prevent the boric acid from being splashed in you
