My cat has a sore ear for a week. Should I be concerned and see a vet?

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Hello! Cat Stevens seems to have a soar in his ear. Perhaps it is from playing with the other cat (both indoor cats, neutered)? Do you think it is something to be concerned about? We noticed this about a week ago. Thank you! Pet's info: Cat | Manx | Male | neutered | 3 years and 8 months old | 6 lbs

Maria DVM · Accepted Answer

The scratch on Cat Stevens doesn't look to bad. If he is scratching then I recommend an elizabethan collar so he doesn't scratch at it. If it is worse then it was a week ago, starts to swell, extends down into the ear canal or has discharge then I recommend bringing him to a veterinarian for evaluation. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

My cat has a sore ear for a week. Should I be concerned and see a vet?

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