I found a kitten with dirty ears and constant purring. Mites or pain?

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Hi! I found a kitten yesterday roaming the streets without a mother and she appears to have really dirty ears. I’m worried it could be ear mites but I’m not sure. I’ve also read that a cats purr could mean it’s in pain. Could that be why shes been purring non stop?

Stephanie Echols, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! She could have dirty ears, it could be ear mites, or there could be an infection. I recommend taking her to a vet to find out and get her treatment if needed. Purring can mean multiple things- happy, painful, worried. The only way to know would be for a vet to check her out and make sure she’s not in any pain. I bet she is probably happy to be inside and being taken care of. Congrats on the new kitten!

I found a kitten with dirty ears and constant purring. Mites or pain?

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