Ear mites and your cat

If you have a cat or have ever had a cat, chances are you have bumped into an ear mite a time or two. What are ear mites? Ear mites are tiny little parasites that are invisible to the eye. They can only be seen with a magnifying glass and they can cause a severe amount of pain to your cat.

Ear mites live in your cat’s ear canal and it is very uncomfortable for your cat. Ear mites can cause severe bleeding and itching, which can lead to more serious injuries and problems. The intense itching can cause your cat to scratch a lot and that alone can rupture a blood vessel.

If that happens, blood will quickly fill the ear causing severe pain, this is known as a hematoma. If this occurs, you need to get your cat to the Vet quickly as possible. If ear mites go untreated they can lead to more severe health problems. However, not all cats react the same way to these bugs.

Some cats can have many of these bugs and react no different and others can have just a small amount and act as if they have millions of them. It is important to watch for signs of ear mites in your cat. Some cats are used to having ear mites, but it is important to still watch for the signs of them.

There are also several home remedies that you can try if your cat has ear mites. Most of the remedies are oil based and they do the trick. You should only need to see the Vet if there are severe circumstances and swelling in your cat. As an owner it is our job to be aware of our cats behavior and react on the first sign of trouble.

The easiest way to get rid of the ear mites is to clean out your cat’s ear with oil for at least 10 days. You must do this two times a day and it can be very messy so be careful and don't dress up for this task. Your cat will be shaking their head like crazy getting all types of oils and bugs all over you. But your cat will thank you.

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