Ear and Eye Care in Cats
Ear and eye health in cats is very important for general health. Regular care and early detection prevent serious diseases. Problems in ears and eyes can often be the harbinger of other diseases as well.
Ear Care
- Weekly check: Check the inside and the outer ear once a week. If there is redness, discharge, bad odor, or excessive scratching, consult your veterinarian.
- Cleaning: Do not use cotton swabs, prefer special ear solutions and soft cotton. Do not try to clean the inside of the ear deeply.
- Parasite and infection: If there is dark colored dirt, bad odor, or swelling in the ear, there may be ear mites/parasites or infection.
Eye Care
- Cleaning around the eyes: If there is discharge or burring around the eyes, wipe gently with a clean and soft cloth. Use a separate cloth for each eye.
- Constant watering/redness: Constant watering, redness, swelling, or closed eyes in the eyes can be a sign of infection. Veterinary check is mandatory.
- Medication use: Never drop human medication into the eyes, only use the drops or ointments recommended by the veterinarian.
Practical Tips
- Make your cat get used to this process by performing ear and eye care after play or reward.
- Consult your veterinarian without losing time in case of sudden behavior changes or situations such as constant head shaking, squinting.
> Remember: You can protect your cat's ear and eye health with regular care and notice possible diseases early.