Ear mites can be quite bothersome to your cat. Your cat will be plagued with having to itch and scratch at his ears to try to get some relief. If he keeps scratching at his ears, they will bleed and bother him more.
The ear mites are light – colored, and you need an otoscope to see them. Once large amounts of ear wax and excretions have formed because of the ear mites; you will notice brownish and black patches in your cat’s ears. Ear mites at this stage look like little pieces of black sand.
Ear mites that are not attended to will cause secondary ear infections. Bacteria and fungus can grow in your cat’s ears because of the ear mite infestation.
Outdoor cats are more prone to getting ear mites than indoor cats. Because of ear mites, older or weaker cats can develop a severe condition quickly. If you notice your cat shaking his head, you will know he has a bad case of ear mites.
Dirty ears should always be cleaned out. An infection can generally be healed if it is treated with appropriate ear drops.
Clean out the ear canal with a cotton swab. Ensure you do not place the swab too deeply into the ear canal. It is best to have someone help you hold your cat securely while swabbing out his ears.
If you are unsure how to clean your cat’s ears, take him to your vet. I buy an ear mite solution from my vet or a farm store.
If you notice your cat holding his head to the side, the infection has spread to his inner ear. Take him to your vet ASAP, as you do not want him to lose hearing because of the ear mite infestation.
Ensure an ear mite solution to take care of infestations before they become a significant problem.
I hope your cat never gets ear mites.
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One reply on “How to Treat Your Cats Ear Mites”
My kitties have thankfully never had ear mites but I remember some of ours growing up did. You give some great information here on how to take care of them. Thanks!