Cat Ear Infections

Cat Ear Infections

COMMON SIGNS OF CAT EAR INFECTIONS

Cats, in general, are highly resilient mammals. They rarely develop ailments, and when they do, they are quick to conceal their ailments due to the fact they do not want to be viewed as prey by larger animals. Ear infections in felines are not quite as common as they are in dogs, but they do happen. At A Cat Hospital in Henderson, NV, our aim is to help you recognize when your cat has an issue so you can come in for professional veterinarian assistance.

The Cat’s Ear Looks Inflamed or Swollen
Inflammation or swelling and redness are typically one of the first things that a pet owner will notice about their cat’s ears if they have an ear infection. You may notice your cat scratching at their ears initially, which can often be partially blamed for the inflammation and redness. In some cases, cat ear infections are caused by ear mites, which will also cause inflammation.

You Notice A Foul Odor Radiating from Your Cat’s Ear
Infection draining from your cat’s ear can take on a foul odor, and it can get to be pretty noticeable. Just as when you have an infection, foul-smelling discharge is not a good sign. Therefore, it is important that you get your pet to the veterinarian as quickly as possible to get them examined.

The Cat Seems To Be Having A Hard Time Hearing
As fluid accumulates inside the cat’s ear, it blocks the nerves that relay sound. Therefore, a cat can sometimes have a hard time hearing out of the infected ear. You may not notice this issue unless both ears are infected; cats normally have excellent hearing, and they can get along just fine if they can hear out of only one. However, if both ears are infected, your cat may seem like it is ignoring your call or not paying attention to sounds that normally pique their attention.

Your Cat Seems Imbalanced or Disoriented
In the beginning stages of a feline ear infection, you may notice that your cat is tilting its head to one side. However, as the condition worsens, your cat may actually lose its balance or become somewhat disoriented. These severe reactions are due to fluid accumulation in the inner part of the ear, which is directly related to balance and orientation.

Contact Us at A Cat Hospital in Henderson for Veterinary help
Cat ear infections are rarely serious, but when they are, it is imperative to get to a veterinarian as soon as possible for attention. Reach out to us at A Cat Hospital, serving both Henderson and Las Vegas, for an appointment. You can call us at (702) 454-4400.