What do cat ear mites look like?

Cat ear mites are a common parasite that live in cats’ ears. Here are some characteristics and descriptions of ear mites in cats:

1. Tiny size: Cat ear mites are so small that they are difficult to see with the naked eye. Their size is about 0.3 mm.

2. Shape: Cat ear mites are oval or oval flat with eight legs. This allows them to attach to your cat’s ear canal.

3. Color: Cat ear mites are usually white or light yellow.

4. Parasitic location: Cat ear mites mainly live in the cat’s ear canal skin and ear shell, and sometimes even enter the external auditory canal and the depth of the ear canal.

5. Symptoms: Cats infected with ear mites often experience symptoms such as ear itching, head shaking, increased ear secretions (which may be black or brown), and ear redness, swelling and inflammation. Sometimes there is an increase in earwax and skin breakdown.

If you suspect your cat may have ear mites, it's best to take her to your veterinarian for diagnosis and treatment. Your veterinarian can confirm the presence of ear mites by examining ear samples and prescribe appropriate medication. Please remember that trying to treat ear mites on your own may not be effective enough or may cause further problems, so it is best to seek professional veterinary advice and guidance.

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