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Is colloidal silver safe for cats' ear infections, skin, or colds?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Hello,is it safe to give to my cats ionic silver water,I red I can used it for treating skin problems and ear infections, can I put it in cats nose for runny nose or it is not safe,i heard for using colloidal silver as ear drops but that is different from ionic silver water,i bought device that making silver water,is it safe to use that water for cats,for example for ear mites or for cold? The articles that say i can use it are not written from vet experts?Thank you

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on July 21st, 2017

Colloidal silver (aka ionic silver) can be used in cats safely. A suggestion would be to consult with a certified holistic veterinarian or your veterinarian to make sure there is no serious illness and to confirm dosing.

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