Do you own a cat? Do you know how to do some basic ear checks and cleanings for your cat? Talk with your vet to find out how much you should do with the ears on your own at home. One thing to do is to check your cat’s ears routinely to ensure they are clean. Your vet can show you how to do this on your own at home. You basically want to routinely pet your cat on the ears so she’s adjusted to you touching the ears. When she’s comfortable with this, pet the ears and then fold the ear back to get a good look inside the ear. Make sure there’s no wax, debris, or any signs of infection (i.e. redness, swelling or discoloring). The ears should be clean and a light pink. The ear canal should also be clean with no debris, discharge, odor, etc. For more information, consult with your veterinarian San Antonio, TX.
