What’s Up With Your Cat’s Ears?

Welcome to Sunday’s Cats.com Newsletter.

In this week’s newsletter, you’ll learn the six most common signs of ear infections in cats.

And read until the end to learn how you could help save the life of a feral mother cat and her struggling kittens.

What Does a Cat Ear Infection Look Like?

Also known as otitis externa, ear infections in cats are usually characterized by inflammation of the external ear canal. Cats don’t get ear infections as often as dogs, but they can be just as serious if left untreated. They’re typically caused by allergies, parasites, bacteria, or yeast and are generally easy to treat when detected early.

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Ear infections in cats are relatively simple to diagnose, but a vet visit is recommended to identify the underlying cause and determine the best course of treatment.

There’s no substitute for professional veterinary advice, but if your cat is prone to ear infections, there are a few things you can do to help prevent them. Check your cat’s ears frequently and clean them as needed with a pet-safe wipe. Most importantly, make sure your cat is protected against parasites like ear mites. 

Check the list below for some products to help you protect your cat’s ear health.

Soothe Itchy Ears With Medicated Wipes.

Paired with your veterinarian’s recommended course of treatment, medicated ear wipes may help alleviate itching and irritation. These wipes are pet-safe and infused with soothing ingredients like aloe vera and vitamin E.

Not only do these wipes make it simple to quickly clean your cat’s ears, but they contain additional ingredients like chloroxylenol to help minimize odor and docusate sodium to soften ear wax so it’s easier to remove.

Protect Against Parasites With a Monthly Topical Solution.

Not all flea and tick preventives offer protection against ear mites. Revolution Plus is a monthly topical treatment that offers comprehensive protection against a wide range of creepy crawlies that could negatively impact your cat’s health.

Revolution Plus is easy to apply once a month, and it comes in three formulations to ensure proper dosing for cats ranging from 2.8 to 22 pounds.

• Vetnique Labs Oticbliss Advanced Cleaning Ear Wipes
• Revolution Plus Topical Solution for Cats

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JOIN CATS.COM TO SAVE LIVES

Sick and afraid, a litter of tiny kittens and their mother need your help! Without life-saving veterinary care, they might not survive to be adopted into a loving forever family. 
 
Earlier this spring, a feral female cat gave birth to a litter of six kittens. Unfortunately, four of the kittens quickly passed away, and the mother herself is suffering from a ruptured mammary gland. The remaining two kittens have been captured and are now receiving much-needed care.
 
This month, we’re partnering with the Waggle Foundation to raise $2,000 by June 30th to cover the cost of caring for these kittens and to trap the mother so she can be reunited with her babies and treated for her injuries.
 
Help us save the lives of these three cats and find them loving forever homes!

A Sneak Peek At Tuesday’s mailer.

Temperatures are rising and you may find yourself wondering how to keep your cat cool this summer. Before you do something drastic (like shaving your cat’s coat), check out the practical tips in Tuesday’s mailer.