How to Care for Your Cat’s Ears

Some cats don’t require a lot of grooming. You may find that you only need to brush your cat’s coat once a week or once every other week. This is quite common. While sticking to this grooming or brushing routine, you should also add ear cleaning to the routine which is also common and necessary. Cats may not be able to keep their ears as clean as they should. The ears can pick up dirt, dust, gnats, bugs and other debris and need to be wiped down. The ears also need to be checked for any signs of wax buildup, hair overgrowth, infection, discharge, etc. If your cat is shaking her head or scratching at her ears, check her ears for signs of irritation. You may smell an odor which is common for buildup or infection. If you do smell an odor or see something, do not self treat. Instead, call your veterinarians Burlington, ON.