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I use duct tape and having had the opposite breed-collies-and having to tape ears over to get them to tip, I get cheap duct tape as it's stickier then the hight quality. If I want to remove the tape, I use Goo Gone which is an orange oil based product. Phi-Vestivia's site with the tape instructions is very good and can be modified if need be, you can also just tape the ears and not apply the brace between them since ear placement isn't an issue with a pet, you just want the ears to go up.
Another good prop for the ears is toilet paper tubes. I cut in 1/2 lenght wise and then trim the edges to the curve of the ear. A little double stick carpet tape to place it in the ear, a wrap of duct tape and they are good to go. To remove the tape, goo gone just under the edge of the tape at the top, massage is in and slowly work your fingers between the ear and the tape. May need to add more goo gone as you go. Once removed, wash the ears with say a mild ivory soap and a little corn starch or talc to absorb the extra oil.
I've tried about every tape I can find and end up back to the duct tape. Partly because I might be taping a couple puppies at a time or the puppy is playing with an older dog who likes to remove the tape. I also spray them with a little fooey or bitter apple to discourage them from chewing on it.
Good luck!
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