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parasites in cats: ear mites in cats

especially in older cats is the ear mite infestation is not uncommon, and unfortunately far too often by the owner as "dirty Ears "dismissed. The fact that the cat is often under the infestation is, many owners do not realize. Often cats have ear mites for many years, but they conscientiously" wipe away ", so nobody notices it. When the cat is older or weakened it may happen that "break" the ear mites and infect the ears of the cat.

Where to get the cat ear mites?

• ear mites live exclusively on the host, are thus transmitted from animal to animal. People can not by cats mites be affected, because mites are usually specialized only in a host.

How to recognize that the cat has ear mites?

• The cat constantly scratching at the ear and / or shaking her head violently
• your inner ear so the ear and the ear canal is mainly covered with a dark brown to black, crumbly substance. This substance, the mites and their droppings.
• Caution: If ear infection is also a secretion deposited by the ear mite infestation is not dissimilar. Therefore, it is important to consult a veterinarian.

Why are ear mites for cats dangerous?

• Due to the severe itching scratching their cats very much on (and in!) Ear. This can also lead to infections, particularly within the ear for the cat uncomfortable.
• is often asymptomatic ear mites for cats - you do not notice it then, that they have ear mites. But if getting these kittens, the ear mites transferred to the offspring, where they can Ohrentzündugen etc.

How to combat ear mites?

• Here is a visit to the vet a good idea, because by merely cleaning the ears, it is not usually done. The veterinarian usually prescribes a means (eg, Strong Hold), which is the cat's ear drips and then massage the ear and after the exposure the ear gently cleans.
• Cleaning the ear must definitely "dry" - Be done - without water. Almost nothing is worse for a cat than water in the ear. By the use of ear rods is also not recommended because it slips off easily (when the cat suddenly moved) and you hurt the ear canal. We recommend either to resort to thick cotton swab security or simply to take a handkerchief.

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