Things You'll Need
- Cotton swab
- Black paper
- Vacuum
- Ear mite medication
Instructions
Remove a small amount of discharge from your cat's ear with a cotton swab. Place the cotton swab against the black paper and look for tiny white specks moving on the paper. These specks are ear mites.
Visit a veterinarian for an official diagnosis and a prescription for ear mite medication. Apply the medication to your cat's ears according to the veterinarian's directions. Most ear mite medications will need repeat applications, but one-time ear mite medications are available, which are convenient for cats and their owners.
Examine your cat's ears on a regular basis and keep them clean. If you see a recurrence of ear mites, follow up with your veterinarian for treatment.