What to do if a pregnant female cat has ear mites?

Pregnant female cats need special care because their physical changes and need to pay more attention to their health. What should I do if a female cat is found to have ear mites? Here are some suggestions.

First, it is necessary to confirm whether ear mites are confirmed. Ear mites are a common cat and dog parasite, mainly parasitize in the ears. Female cats may become decadent due to discomfort, scratch their ears, or develop local inflammation. If you suspect that the female cat has ear mites, please take it to the veterinarian for diagnosis first.

Next, we will discuss treatment plans with the veterinarian. The method of treating ear mites is usually ear drops or topical ointments. However, pregnant female cats cannot use medication at will. Some drugs may have negative effects on the fetus. Therefore, before determining the treatment plan, you must discuss it carefully with the veterinarian. If the use of medication is involved in the treatment plan, it is necessary to ensure that the medication is safe and effective. Some commonly used ear drops, such as Fipronil and Imidaccloprid, should be avoided during pregnancy. Other drugs should be used within a safe range. In addition, the female cat needs to be taken good care of during the treatment period. Especially because he is pregnant, he needs more food and water to maintain his health. At the same time, attention should be paid to the clean environment so that the female cat can reproduce in a clean and hygienic environment. In short, if a pregnant female cat is found to have ear mites, we must not panic and discuss treatment plans with the veterinarian. At the same time, we should also pay attention to giving female cats good nutrition and hygiene conditions so that they can pass through their pregnancy smoothly in a safe environment.