Why is my cat scratching behind her ears and losing fur, no mites?

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cat scratches behind ears no mites so why does she do this has hair all scratched off by her ears. Pet's info: Cat | Norwegian Forest Cat | Female | spayed

David Darvishian · Accepted Answer

Hi and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Sorry to hear about Midnite. Scratching around the neck area is usually secondary to fleas in cats or ear mites but you stated no ear mites are present. Bacterial skin infections, other ear infections, nutritional problems, etc could be also involved. I would advise using a good flea/tick product as advised by your veterinarian based on your geographical location. If the condition persists, let your veterinarian see Midnite. They can gather a history, examine her and advise diagnostic/treatment based on their findings. Good luck

Why is my cat scratching behind her ears and losing fur, no mites?

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