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My cat shakes his head, scratches his ear, and meows. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 15 lbs

I have a male black and white cat he is 10 years old. I have noticed maybe the last two weeks on and off and last month once in a while. He will shake his head and scratches his ear and meow out loud are growl. What is making my cat doing this? I am very concerned about my boy. Thank you

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Answered By Ana M, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 16th, 2018

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Louis. He could have an ear infection or if he is allowed outside, something stuck in his ear canal. It would be worth having him evaluated by his veterinarian. A special instrument is used to look deep inside each ear canal to identify a problem. I hope this information helps!

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