{"id":185923,"date":"2022-07-18T11:09:50","date_gmt":"2022-07-18T11:09:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/"},"modified":"2022-07-18T11:09:50","modified_gmt":"2022-07-18T11:09:50","slug":"how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/","title":{"rendered":"How can I treat my cats Ear infection at home?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/#How_can_I_treat_my_cats_Ear_infection_at_home\" title=\"How can I treat my cats Ear infection at home?\">How can I treat my cats Ear infection at home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/#Why_is_my_cat_shaking_her_head_and_ears\" title=\"Why is my cat shaking her head and ears?\">Why is my cat shaking her head and ears?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/#How_do_you_tell_if_a_cat_has_a_Ear_infection\" title=\"How do you tell if a cat has a Ear infection?\">How do you tell if a cat has a Ear infection?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_cat_has_an_Ear_infection_or_ear_mites\" title=\"How do I know if my cat has an Ear infection or ear mites?\">How do I know if my cat has an Ear infection or ear mites?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/#How_can_I_get_rid_of_my_cats_ear_infection_naturally\" title=\"How can I get rid of my cats ear infection naturally?\">How can I get rid of my cats ear infection naturally?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/#What_can_I_give_my_cat_for_ear_infection\" title=\"What can I give my cat for ear infection?\">What can I give my cat for ear infection?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/#Can_you_put_peroxide_in_a_cats_ear_for_infection\" title=\"Can you put peroxide in a cat&#8217;s ear for infection?\">Can you put peroxide in a cat&#8217;s ear for infection?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/#Does_apple_cider_vinegar_help_ear_infections_in_cats\" title=\"Does apple cider vinegar help ear infections in cats?\">Does apple cider vinegar help ear infections in cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/#How_can_I_help_my_cat_with_itchy_ears\" title=\"How can I help my cat with itchy ears?\">How can I help my cat with itchy ears?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_cat_has_an_ear_infection_or_ear_mites\" title=\"How do I know if my cat has an ear infection or ear mites?\">How do I know if my cat has an ear infection or ear mites?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/#Why_is_my_cat_shaking_his_head_and_scratching_his_ear\" title=\"Why is my cat shaking his head and scratching his ear?\">Why is my cat shaking his head and scratching his ear?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/#How_can_I_treat_my_cats_ear_infection_at_home\" title=\"How can I treat my cats ear infection at home?\">How can I treat my cats ear infection at home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/#How_do_cats_act_when_they_have_an_ear_infection\" title=\"How do cats act when they have an ear infection?\">How do cats act when they have an ear infection?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/#Do_ear_infections_go_away_on_their_own_in_cats\" title=\"Do ear infections go away on their own in cats?\">Do ear infections go away on their own in cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/#Do_I_need_to_take_my_cat_to_the_vet_for_an_ear_infection\" title=\"Do I need to take my cat to the vet for an ear infection?\">Do I need to take my cat to the vet for an ear infection?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/#What_does_an_ear_infection_in_a_cat_look_like\" title=\"What does an ear infection in a cat look like?\">What does an ear infection in a cat look like?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/#How_do_I_check_my_cat_for_ear_mites\" title=\"How do I check my cat for ear mites?\">How do I check my cat for ear mites?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/#How_do_cats_act_when_they_have_ear_mites\" title=\"How do cats act when they have ear mites?\">How do cats act when they have ear mites?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/#How_can_I_treat_a_cat_ear_infection_at_home\" title=\"How can I treat a cat ear infection at home?\">How can I treat a cat ear infection at home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/#How_long_does_it_take_for_a_cats_ear_infection_to_go_away\" title=\"How long does it take for a cat&#8217;s ear infection to go away?\">How long does it take for a cat&#8217;s ear infection to go away?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-cats-ear-infection-at-home-8\/#Do_cats_ear_heal_on_their_own\" title=\"Do cats ear heal on their own?\">Do cats ear heal on their own?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_treat_my_cats_Ear_infection_at_home\"><\/span>How can I treat my cats Ear infection at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Heavily moisten a cotton ball with the ear cleaner. Apply the cotton ball to the base of the ear and fold the ear flap over onto the cotton ball. Massage the base of the ear (you should hear a squishing sound), and then allow your cat to shake his head.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_cat_shaking_her_head_and_ears\"><\/span>Why is my cat shaking her head and ears?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Why do cats shake their heads? Occasional head shaking is perfectly normal but if your cat suddenly starts shaking their head a lot more than usual it&#8217;s likely to indicate a problem such as: <b>Ear infection. Aural haematoma.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_tell_if_a_cat_has_a_Ear_infection\"><\/span>How do you tell if a cat has a Ear infection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Signs of Ear infection in Cats<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Yellowish or black discharge.<\/li>\n<li>Head tilting.<\/li>\n<li>Ear discharge resembling coffee grounds.<\/li>\n<li>Hearing loss.<\/li>\n<li>Swelling or redness in the ear canal.<\/li>\n<p>15-Apr-2021<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_cat_has_an_Ear_infection_or_ear_mites\"><\/span>How do I know if my cat has an Ear infection or ear mites?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Signs of Ear Infections in Cats<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Black or yellowish discharge from either ear.<\/li>\n<li>Head tilting.<\/li>\n<li>Ear discharge that looks like coffee grounds.<\/li>\n<li>Redness or swelling in the ear canal.<\/li>\n<li>Loss of balance or disorientation.<\/li>\n<li>Hearing loss.<\/li>\n<li>Strong, offensive odor coming from the ear.<\/li>\n<li>Excessive waxy buildup in or near the ear canal.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_get_rid_of_my_cats_ear_infection_naturally\"><\/span>How can I get rid of my cats ear infection naturally?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>There aren&#8217;t any natural remedies that&#8217;ll cure ear infections, but there is one to prevent them: Regular ear cleaning at home. I recommend cleaning your cat&#8217;s ears at least once a month, Grant says. You can get your cat used to it by making it a positive experience.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_cat_for_ear_infection\"><\/span>What can I give my cat for ear infection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Antibiotics (such as amoxicillin-clavulanate, enrofloxacin, clindamycin, or cefpodoxime) will be prescribed for a bacterial infection for 6-8 weeks minimum. If the infection is fungal in nature, an anti-fungal medication (most often itraconazole) will be prescribed.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_put_peroxide_in_a_cats_ear_for_infection\"><\/span>Can you put peroxide in a cat&#8217;s ear for infection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Never use vinegar or hydrogen peroxide to clean your cat&#8217;s ears  these substances just aren&#8217;t safe for your kitty. Also, never use cotton-tipped swabs, like Q-tips, in a cat&#8217;s ear at home. It&#8217;s just too easy to push debris and wax further down into the ear canal.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_apple_cider_vinegar_help_ear_infections_in_cats\"><\/span>Does apple cider vinegar help ear infections in cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Best of all apple cider vinegar works! <b>When mixed with equal parts of purified water apple cider vinegar makes a great ear cleaner and helps stave off yeast infections. Wet a cotton ball with the solution and wipe out your dogs ear canal. Follow with a dry cotton ball to remove excess moisture.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_help_my_cat_with_itchy_ears\"><\/span>How can I help my cat with itchy ears?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If the infection has affected the middle of the ear but not the eardrum, then <b>your vet may prescribe oral or injectable antibiotics. If your cat&#8217;s itchy ears are due to allergies, the treatment will depend on what type of allergies they have. Cat allergy symptoms can be treated with antihistamines and decongestants.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_cat_has_an_ear_infection_or_ear_mites\"><\/span>How do I know if my cat has an ear infection or ear mites?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>What Are the Signs of an Ear Infection in a Cat?<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Black or yellowish discharge.<\/li>\n<li>Redness or swelling of the ear flap or ear canal.<\/li>\n<li>Waxy buildup on or near the ear canal.<\/li>\n<li>Discharge from the ear that resembles coffee grounds (a symptom of ear mites)<\/li>\n<li>Strong odor.<\/li>\n<li>Hearing loss.<\/li>\n<li>Loss of balance or disorientation.<\/li>\n<p>13-Sept-2020<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_cat_shaking_his_head_and_scratching_his_ear\"><\/span>Why is my cat shaking his head and scratching his ear?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>An ear mite infection will cause your cat&#8217;s ears to itch. This often results in them: shaking their head or scratching their ears excessively. having red and inflamed ears caused by extra wax and irritation.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_treat_my_cats_ear_infection_at_home\"><\/span>How can I treat my cats ear infection at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Heavily moisten a cotton ball with the ear cleaner. Apply the cotton ball to the base of the ear and fold the ear flap over onto the cotton ball. Massage the base of the ear (you should hear a squishing sound), and then allow your cat to shake his head.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_cats_act_when_they_have_an_ear_infection\"><\/span>How do cats act when they have an ear infection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Heavily moisten a cotton ball with the ear cleaner. Apply the cotton ball to the base of the ear and fold the ear flap over onto the cotton ball. Massage the base of the ear (you should hear a squishing sound), and then allow your cat to shake his head.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_ear_infections_go_away_on_their_own_in_cats\"><\/span>Do ear infections go away on their own in cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ear infections cause pain and discomfort, and the ear canals are sensitive. <b>Many cats will shake their head and scratch their ears attempting to remove the debris and fluid from the ear canal. The ears often become red and inflamed and may develop an offensive odor. A black or yellow discharge is commonly observed.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_I_need_to_take_my_cat_to_the_vet_for_an_ear_infection\"><\/span>Do I need to take my cat to the vet for an ear infection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Outdoor cats and kittens are more prone to ear infections but even older, indoor felines may develop this pesky condition. <b>Ear infections are painful and won&#8217;t go away on their own, so it&#8217;s important to be familiar with the signs that indicate there&#8217;s a problem.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_an_ear_infection_in_a_cat_look_like\"><\/span>What does an ear infection in a cat look like?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Signs of Ear infection in Cats <b>Head tilting. <\/b><b>Ear discharge resembling coffee grounds. Hearing loss. Swelling or redness in the ear canal.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_check_my_cat_for_ear_mites\"><\/span>How do I check my cat for ear mites?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your veterinarian can easily diagnose feline ear mites. <b>The ear mites can be seen in the ear with an otoscope. Sometimes your veterinarian will swab the ear and examine the debris under a microscope.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_cats_act_when_they_have_ear_mites\"><\/span>How do cats act when they have ear mites?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>shaking their head or scratching their ears excessively. having red and inflamed ears caused by extra wax and irritation. producing a black, dry ear discharge which can sometimes let off a bad smell.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_treat_a_cat_ear_infection_at_home\"><\/span>How can I treat a cat ear infection at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Heavily moisten a cotton ball with the ear cleaner. Apply the cotton ball to the base of the ear and fold the ear flap over onto the cotton ball. Massage the base of the ear (you should hear a squishing sound), and then allow your cat to shake his head.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_for_a_cats_ear_infection_to_go_away\"><\/span>How long does it take for a cat&#8217;s ear infection to go away?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Best of all apple cider vinegar works! <b>When mixed with equal parts of purified water apple cider vinegar makes a great ear cleaner and helps stave off yeast infections. Wet a cotton ball with the solution and wipe out your dogs ear canal. Follow with a dry cotton ball to remove excess moisture.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_cats_ear_heal_on_their_own\"><\/span>Do cats ear heal on their own?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A typical course of antibiotics for treating an ear infection can be <b>as brief as 5 to 7 days or as long as several months. In many cases, the ears may start looking better after only a few applications of medication or after only a few doses of oral medication.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How can I treat my cats Ear infection at home?Why is my cat shaking her head and ears?How do you tell if a cat has a Ear infection?How do I know if my cat has an Ear infection or ear mites?How can I get rid of my cats ear infection naturally?What can&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-185923","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-pet-care"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/185923"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=185923"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/185923\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=185923"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=185923"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=185923"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}