{"id":85781,"date":"2025-06-03T08:29:50","date_gmt":"2025-06-03T01:29:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.medion.co.id\/?p=85781"},"modified":"2025-07-16T13:30:08","modified_gmt":"2025-07-16T06:30:08","slug":"kucing-garuk-garuk-telinga-ini-penyebab-penanganannya","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.medion.co.id\/en\/info-medion\/cat-scratching-its-ears-here-are-the-causes-and-how-to-handle-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Cat Scratching Its Ears? Here Are the Causes and How to Handle It!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Does your cat often scratch its ears? Don\u2019t ignore this condition for too long, as it can cause wounds and ear infections. There are many factors that make cats frequently scratch their ears, one of which is the presence of small parasites inside the ear. These tiny parasites not only cause itching but also make your cat\u2019s inner ears stay dirty even after regular cleaning. While these parasites are not life-threatening, they can cause significant discomfort and are easily transmitted to other cats. Therefore, it\u2019s important to identify the cause and take proper action if your cat is frequently scratching its ears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cats Scratching Their Ears Could Be a Sign of Ear Mites<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ear Mites (Otodectes cynotis<\/em>): Tiny Parasites Inside the Ear<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The small parasites most commonly found inside a cat\u2019s ear are ear mites, specifically Otodectes cynotis<\/em>. Ear mites are a type of tiny ectoparasite that can be seen under a microscope. They live on the surface of the skin and feed on earwax, skin oils, and tissue within the ear canal. The life cycle and reproduction process of ear mites are relatively fast. Their eggs take about four days to hatch, and within three weeks, they develop into adult mites ready to reproduce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ear Mites (Otodectes cynotis<\/em>) Observed Under a Microscope<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ear mites can be found in cats of all ages, but they are more common and pose a greater risk to kittens. Cats that roam outdoors are also more prone to ear mite infestations, especially when their immune systems are weakened or when they are under stress. Transmission can easily occur between cats through direct contact or indirectly via contaminated objects such as grooming<\/em> tools that carry mites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Symptoms of Ear Mites in Cats<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Ear mite infestations can occur in one or both of a cat\u2019s ears. The following are several signs that may indicate the presence of mites inside your cat\u2019s ears:<\/p>\n\n\n\n