Things You'll Need
- White vinegar
- Water
- Ear dropper
- Cotton balls
- Yellow dock root extract
- Olive oil
- Flea medication
Instructions
Take the cat to a veterinarian for a proper diagnosis. If the vet detects multiple infections, he may recommend several medications, such as antibiotics, anti-fungal ointments and ear mite treatments.
Mix a small amount of vinegar with an equal amount of water. Use a dropper to put a few drops of the solution into the ear, then massage the area. This will clean the ear and restore its proper chemical balance. Wipe out excess liquid with a cotton ball. Do not use a cotton swab, as this could damage the inner ear.
Mix a solution of nine drops of yellow dock root extract and one tablespoon of water. Administer a few drops with a dropper and massage the ear. Repeat this treatment two or three times a day for the first few days, then once a day for six weeks.
Administer two or three drops of olive oil directly into the ear with a dropper and gently massage to get the ear well coated. The oil will soothe the ear and relieve itching.
Use a flea medication every month. These medications kill off ear mites and destroy their eggs, preventing further infestation.