Ear mites in cats are very easy to treat. First, clean the ears. Generally, put a few drops of ear cleaning solution near the cat's ear. Then, massage the base of the ear for 30 seconds, let the cat shake its head, and clean the ears thoroughly. Next, apply ear drops. After cleaning, squeeze a pea-sized amount of ear drops into the outer ear canal, massage the base of the ear, and clean the auricle with an ointment. Generally, once a day for 21 consecutive days should be sufficient.
Ear mites, also known as "ear scabies mites," are a relatively common type of ear canal parasite. They feed on blood, lymph, and scales on the surface of the ear canal. They are highly contagious, and once discovered, they should be isolated immediately.
