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What is the best way to remove ear wax build up from my dogs ears?

Dr. Horwitz, a Veterinarian says:
If a dog has a large amount of discharge from their ears it may be a sign of an ear infection. Cleaning down into the ear canal should not be done with any implements since it is possible to damage the ear and the internal structures. The outside of the ear can be wiped with a cotton ball moistened with warm water. If the discharge persists and especially if it has an odor a veterinary examination is needed to clean the ear and treat the problem.
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My Mancoon/Asian Leopard mix male kitten is 6 months old and just started having problems moving his hind legs, walking only 2 to 3 steps then stopping and sitting. Please help, this the first pet I have let myself get attached too in a while.

There is a genetic condition found in some lines of Maine Coon Cats called spinal muscle atrophy or Feline SMA. Typically you start to see signs like you are seeing at around 15 to 17 weeks of age in affected kittens. For some reason the nerves that supply the hind limbs don't function properly and the muscles in these areas begin to atrophy and weaken. I'd suggest that you take your kitten in to see the veterinarian soon. They should be able to tell you whether this is what you are dealing with or not.
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