My cat is panting a lot and itching his ears. What could it be?

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My cat is an indoor and outdoor cat. He's about 9 months old. It's pretty hot here, so he's been panting. I looked it up because I was concerned with how much he was panting. Everything said it wasn't normal for cats to pant. He pant's a lot outside in the heat, and after he runs, even if it's a short distance. Also, he keeps itching his ears as if they're irritating him. I don't visibly see anything in his ears, and I also gave him mite drops a month ago which obviously didn't do anything. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 10 months and 10 days old | 9 lbs

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. Panting is not normal for cats, although they will pant for short periods if it is extremely hot, or they are very stressed out. If he is panting when he is indoors, or during the cooler parts of the days, this is an indication to have him examined by your veterinarian as quickly as possible. Panting could be an indication of a lack of oxygen if your cat is anemic from fleas, mites or intestinal parasites, or he could have a lung infection like pneumonia, or even heartworm disease. The sooner you can have him seen, the sooner you can find out what is causing Sailor to pant & any appropriate treatment can be started. Best to you & Sailor.

My cat is panting a lot and itching his ears. What could it be?

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