| Ear mites are tiny parasites that crawl inside your cat's ear to feed. These infestations can make any cat miserable by creating a persistent itching sensation. Ear mites are generally transmitted when cats are in close proximity with other animals or pets that have an ear mite infestation. In addition to intense scratching, cats will often have the following symptoms when an ear mite infestation is present:
- Dark ear discharge
- Strong odor
- Headshaking
- Red and/or inflamed ears
Follow these steps to eliminate ear mites in your cat:
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