One of the main signs of health problems in warm-blooded animals (which include cats) is an increase in body temperature.
A cat owner doesn't even need to use a thermometer to detect hyperthermia - just touch your cat's nose and ears. If these parts of the cat's body feel hot to the touch, this may indicate that the animal is not feeling well.
How to Examine a Cat's Ear
If you feel like your pet's ears are hot, the next step in assessing the health of your pet should be to examine your cat's ear canal.
You can do this at home by following the following action plan.
1. Before the examination, calm your pet down so that it is in a calm state. Do not insist on an examination if the cat is aggressive or excited.
2. If the animal feels pain when you touch the auricle, secure it in a diaper or towel to protect yourself from sharp claws. Alternatively, use a protective bag that will help you avoid injuries from the pet's sharp claws during the examination.
3. Start your inspection from the outside of the ear, check for sores, scratches, combs and areas where hair has fallen out, and then inspect the inside of the ear, bending it slightly. When examining, pay attention to the skin color, the presence of discharge, sores and injuries.
4. Avoid inserting foreign objects deep into your cat's ear, as this can damage the hearing aid, cause infection, and cause severe pain to your pet.
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