My cat scratches her ears a lot. Is it dry skin or an ear infection?

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Ah, hello! I'm wondering about my sweety kitty... she has been scratching excessively at her ears for a long while now. My dad says she just has dry akin, but I'm worried it might be something more serious. I'm sending pictures just in case, I haven't gotten to see that deep down and am even more worried. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 2 years and 11 months old | 112 lbs

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

These signs may be compatible with a an ear infection/inflammation. A check up at your local veterinarian will help to confirm this clinical suspicion and treat appropriately. Ear drops (antibiotics and anti-inflammatory) will be needed. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

My cat scratches her ears a lot. Is it dry skin or an ear infection?

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