subject: Easy Grooming Tips for Golden Retriever [print this page] Regular cleaning dog ears is important to dog health. This is critical in preventing dog ear infections and you have to check your dog periodically. To protect against further infections, clean your golden's ears weekly with cleansing solution and gently clean it with cotton or cloth. Avoid using water or syringe to clean the ears. With these regular cleaning, you can be sure that your golden retriever has healthy ears and in well groomed state.