What kind of ear infection does Kitten Lady have?
Learn more about ear mites from Kitten Lady’s veterinarian, Dr. Erica Ellis, below. What is the culprit? Otodectes cynotis is the scientific name of the common ear mite. This mite sometimes causes secondary ear infections which may be yeast infections or bacterial infections.
How old do cats have to be to get ear mites?
However, even with meticulous care and cleanliness, if one cat is diagnosed with ear mites all other cats in the environment may have ear mites. It is also important to keep your feline residents over 8 weeks of age on monthly Revolution.
What should I do if my kitten has an ear infection?
Since secondary bacterial or yeast infections may occur, your kitten may also require regular ear cleanings and applications of antibacterial or anti yeast ear drops at home.
Why does my kitten keep scratching her ears?
If a kitten is scratching at her ears, or shaking her head from side to side, it’s possible that the kitten has ear mites. Ear mites are a microscopic pest that is transmitted from animal to animal, and they can cause a dark, waxy residue that resembles coffee grounds in the ear canal.
Learn more about ear mites from Kitten Lady’s veterinarian, Dr. Erica Ellis, below. What is the culprit? Otodectes cynotis is the scientific name of the common ear mite. This mite sometimes causes secondary ear infections which may be yeast infections or bacterial infections.
However, even with meticulous care and cleanliness, if one cat is diagnosed with ear mites all other cats in the environment may have ear mites. It is also important to keep your feline residents over 8 weeks of age on monthly Revolution.
How can you tell if your cat has an ear infection?
Some cats may show no outward signs at all, but you may notice your cat is reluctant to chew or seems to be in pain when opening her mouth. She may shake her head or paw at the affected ear. Your cat may develop a head tilt – usually to the side of the infected ear and she may even lean, fall, or roll toward the infected side.
How can I protect my kittens from ear mites?
Keeping older kittens and adult cats protected will help decrease the risk of spread to the younger kittens in the home and will help protect the older kittens and cats from ear mites brought into the environment by young kittens. How might my veterinarian diagnose it?
